Darwin Recruitment are currently hiring for a Space Project Manager on behalf of a company in Toulouse that was founded in 2022 specializing in AI-enabled robotics for the assembly and maintenance of high-power solar space platforms. Their mission is to revolutionize space infrastructure by developing autonomous orbital outposts and hyper-powerful satellites capable of generating ultra-high power. By leveraging advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, this company aims to construct and maintain large structures in orbit, such as solar panels, enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of space operations. Their innovative approach positions them at the forefront of the space power revolution, contributing significantly to the advancement of space technology and infrastructure. The space industry is at a pivotal moment of growth, with significant developments in exploration and infrastructure. Radically new robotic capabilities will be needed to assemble, maintain, and service these new orbital infrastructures in high orbits and beyond.

Job Summary:

They are looking for an experienced and talented Space Project Manager with a hands-on mindset and deep knowledge of the space industry. The ideal candidate will have a track record of successfully leading projects for ESA and National Space Agencies in Europe. This role will involve managing ESA and National Space Agencies projects, covering high-level architecture definition including mission, satellite specification, industrial partnerships, business models, concept design activities, architecture development and prototyping covering key robotics and high-power technologies in space. The job holder will lead the definition and development of this companies first Space demo/flight mission. Additionally, the job holder will give critical input to feed the Company’s product roadmap.

Responsibilities:

* Management and execution of all work packages and project team coordination and control.

* Act on behalf of the company as an official point of contact with ESA and project stakeholders during the execution of the project.

* Technical lead of the associated companies engineering team

* Contract Management.

* Build and maintain relationships with space agencies, aerospace companies, satellite operators, government bodies, and commercial space companies.

* Provide input to the companies Management Team to refine the company strategy, technology roadmap and operations

* Technical support for proposal development for government contracts, research grants, and private-sector projects.

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a project manager for ESA projects in space technology, ideally including flight demo projects, is a must.

* Deep understanding of the space industry, particularly connectivity and/or EO verticals

* Entrepreneurial mindset and intense passion to actively learn and grow in the dynamic environment of a startup company. Dynamic, adaptable, proactive, team player with a can-do attitude, able to thrive in a fast-paced and technically complex environment.

* Good network within the space industry, including relationships with space agencies, aerospace manufacturers, and key stakeholders.

* Experience in space robotics is a plus

* Engineering degree in aerospace or a related field is a must.

* Seniority level: 8-10 years of relevant experience.

* Fluent in French and English

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

James Godfrey