Project Manager – Lunar Rover

Job title:

Project Manager – Lunar Rover

Company

Space Applications Services

Job description

PositionWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in managing fast-paced space projects and overseeing the development of complex space systems, to lead the lunar rover development project in our Technology, Applications and Research Division of the Systems Division (comprises of 14 persons).

• Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
• Start Date: Quarter 1 2025

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day technical and programmatic management, serving as the primary point of contact for Customers and ensuring timely follow-up on actions
• Collaborate closely with the System Engineers and other project Team Members, as needed
• Work in close interaction with:

• our Administration Department on financial and contractual matters
• our Product Assurance (PA) Department
• Ensure the timely release of project deliverables in accordance with project timelines
• Prepare and maintain all necessary technical documentation.

Skills and Experience

• Master (or PhD) degree with a major in a relevant engineering topic: space, electronics, electrical, software, mechanical, robotics
• At least 4 years of professional experience with project management responsibilities in space system or equipment development projects
• Good knowledge of space system engineering standards (ESA ECSS, other agency standards)
• Good understanding of space qualification process
• Good understanding of PA implications
• Strength to cope with tight schedules and deadlines
• Proficiency in communication at team level and when engaging with customers and suppliers
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Considered as Assets

• Engineering experience with planetary rover system / components at high TRL
• Engineering experience with space mechanisms at high TRL

Our Offer

• Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
• A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
• A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
• A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
• Working from home in part can be a possibility
• An individualised training and development programmes.

About UsSpace Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provide engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.How To ApplyUpload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English and to the attention of Mr. Jeremi Gancet.The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.

Expected salary

Location

Zaventem, Vlaams Brabant

Job date

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 23:03:35 GMT

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