Head of Future Programs EO Payloads (m/f/d)

Your Tasks

• Acquisition of projects in the early phases of programs or initiatives ("Future Programs") Development and management of proposals for future projects within the program area
• Acting as Head of Research during the initial phases of future projects within the program area
• Ensuring continuity throughout project phases 0/A and B/C/D
• Coordinating and aligning business preparation and research activities with Marketing & Sales, Business Development, and Predevelopment
• Supporting the creation of a strategic business plan for the "Earth Observation" program area
• Providing professional leadership for the organizational unit
• Planning and coordinating tasks in collaboration with relevant specialist departments
• Reporting directly to the Earth Observation Program Manager

Your Qualifications

• Successfully completed degree in engineering or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience in the space industry, with a focus on Earth observation
• Extensive experience in proposal preparation (A/B/C/D phases) and A/B research as well as C/D project management
• Proven expertise in Business Planning, Marketing & Sales
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English
• Solid knowledge of standard MS Office tools
• Willingness to travel
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a team-oriented approach, a strong sense of responsibility, and entrepreneurial thinking
• Ability to quickly adapt to new responsibilities, with strong negotiation skills, flexibility, and a highly efficient, independent working style

The above title is used for tendering purposes to clarify the job. Please note that the job description Project Manager will be assigned in the internal assignment.