Our client is searching for a Project Manager for Satellite and Launcher equipment to join on a permanent basis. 

Responsibilities

Our project managers are responsible for the overall solution during the entire project life cycle.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Managing internal and customer projects in compliance with all processes and national and international guidelines
• Resource planning/ monitoring for the successful completion of orders/work packages
• Achievement of project objectives in terms of time, scope, costs, quality and customer satisfaction
• Implementation of a proactive risk and opportunity management
• Coordination of customer requirements and technology trends taking into account product strategy and market requirements
• Contribution to the preparation of proposals (bid management) and contract negotiations with customers, partners and suppliers
• Management and Planning of product development as well as operational and acceptance activities on industrial and customer side
• Managing relationships with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and with all internal stakeholders as required
• Presentations and workshops (internally and with customers)
• Participation in events, fairs, conferences
• Support the preparation of product strategy and the derived product development roadmaps and business plans

Profile

• Academic degree in Engineering; ideally Mechanical / Structural 
• 5 years in the space industry 
• Experience in project management and in managing of (international) teams are desirable
• Good knowledge of project management processes, methods and tools (project management certification is an advantage)
• Excellent communication skills, practical approach and good interpersonal skills
• Open-minded and confident appearance
• Intercultural competence and ability to work in teams
• Analytical and strategic thinking
• Structured and solution-oriented way of working
• Personal responsibility, ability to work under pressure and independently
• Ability to act flexible and proactively
• English & French: fluent/ negotiation level