Space Government Programs PM/Procurement Lead (Remote)

constellr; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 103,603 - 138,138; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VSOP

Remote/hybrid options

Job summary

constellr seeks an experienced Project & Procurement Manager to reinforce its Program Management function, focusing on institutional, government-backed, and publicly funded programs in Germany and Europe.

You will ensure excellence in program execution and procurement within a regulated environment, interfacing with agencies, prime contractors, and public partners to meet quality and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project and procurement management within institutional, government-backed, or publicly funded programs.
• Strong experience in the German space/aerospace/high-tech ecosystem.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs with governance requirements.
• Solid understanding of public procurement processes and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate satellite programs with institutional/government-funded initiatives (e.g., DLR, ESA).
• Ensure end-to-end program execution: schedule, cost, risk, quality per defense-grade standards.
• Develop and implement scalable procurement strategies under public procurement rules.
• Build and strengthen strategic supplier relationships in the German industrial ecosystem.
• Lead contract negotiations aligning commercial and regulatory needs.
• Interface with external stakeholders, agencies, and prime contractors.
• Improve internal processes for auditability, traceability, and compliance.
• Support future satellite generations by aligning procurement with long-term roadmaps.

Skills

Procurement management

Government programs

Stakeholder management

German language

English communication

Contract negotiations

Job description

constellr seeks an experienced Project & Procurement Manager to reinforce its Program Management function, focusing on institutional, government-backed, and publicly funded programs in Germany and Europe.

You will ensure excellence in program execution and procurement within a regulated environment, interfacing with agencies, prime contractors, and public partners to meet quality and compliance standards.