Project Manager - Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment

SSC - Swedish Space Corporation; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

SSC Space in Spring House, PA, is hiring a Project Manager for Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment to lead global ground station and antenna infrastructure projects. You will guide programmatic and technical execution, coordinating SSC teams and contractors across locations and time zones to ensure on-time project delivery.

The role requires an engineering background, proven experience in technical infrastructure projects, and the ability to communicate complex information to senior

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience managing technical infrastructure projects (construction, installation or refurbishment).
• Ability to coordinate suppliers, contractors and stakeholders across countries/time zones.
• Knowledge of project controls: budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, risk management.
• Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, JIRA).
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to senior stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of ground station and infrastructure projects worldwide.
• Develop and manage schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and performance.
• Provide timely reporting on project status to senior management.
• Manage contractor procurement, supplier performance, site assessments, licensing.
• Coordinate project logistics including import/export of equipment.
• Ensure deliverables meet scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety and compliance.
• Promote safe working practices and regulatory compliance.
• Support business development through proposals, bid support and evaluations.
• Foster collaboration across engineering, operations, commercial and external partners.

Skills

Project management

Electrical/telecom engineering

Stakeholder coordination

Budgeting & risk management

MS Project / JIRA

International travel

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical, Satcom/Telecom, Aerospace)

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Project Manager - Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment

Description

Welcome to SSC Space, the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular.

With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, and much more.

SSC Space also has one of the world's largest global networks of ground stations for satellite communications. We own and operate the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, northern Sweden, with the aim of launching satellites in the near future.

Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace? Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help Earth benefit from space?

If you answer yes to these questions, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment (GSIE) Project Manager in our Connect team.

We are looking for a dedicated person who shares our core values of Customer Passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage.

As a GSIE Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering new ground station and antenna infrastructure. You will provide programmatic and technical guidance to support successful project execution and lead projects by coordinating contractor and SSC teams across locations and time zones, ensuring the right competencies are in place.

Requirements

• Engineering degree (Electrical, Satcom/Telecom, Aerospace, or similar), or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience managing technical projects involving construction, installation, or refurbishment of technical infrastructure.
• Ability to coordinate suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders across countries and time zones.
• Knowledge of project controls, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA).
• Ability to communicate complex technical and program information clearly to senior stakeholders and management.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and project delivery in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communicator and problem solver with proven negotiation skills, able to translate complex technical issues into business, cost, and risk impacts while driving continuous improvement.

Desired Skills and Background

• Experience delivering satellite ground stations, telecommunications sites, antenna systems, or related infrastructure.
• Background in systems engineering within satellite, telecommunications, aerospace, or similar technical domains.
• Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Demonstrated progression through increasing levels of project or technical leadership responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of ground station, antenna, and associated infrastructure projects worldwide.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and performance to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Provide timely and effective reporting to senior management on project status, risks, issues, and key decisions.
• Manage contractor procurement, supplier performance, site assessments, and licensing activities.
• Coordinate project logistics, including the import and export of specialized equipment.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet agreed requirements for scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and compliance.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure adherence to applicable regulatory, environmental, and sustainability requirements.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, bid support, and technical evaluations.
• Facilitate effective collaboration between engineering, operations, commercial, and external partner organizations.

Benefits

We Offer You

• A unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in both the Swedish and international space industry.
• An excellent opportunity for personal and career development.
• An exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.

In addition to a meaningful and impactful role, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accident and critical illness coverage
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company match and Roth 401(k) option

Location

This is a permanent full-time position located in Spring House, PA, with a minimum of three (3) days per week onsite at our office in Spring House Innovation Park.

Security Clearance

This role requires eligibility for a U.S. security clearance. A background check will be conducted prior to employment.