Senior Space Program Manager

Creotech Instruments is a company involved in delivering major European satellite programs and managing increasingly complex space missions, combining experience from both large process-driven space companies and fast-moving New Space organizations.

• At least 10 years of professional experience in complex space, satellite, or technology projects.
• Documented responsibility for at least one satellite successfully launched and deployed into orbit.
• Strong knowledge of the satellite industry and the complete satellite lifecycle.
• Experience in both a structured corporate environment and a fast-moving New Space organization.
• Experience managing Project Managers and multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Ability to combine established processes with pragmatic and delivery-focused execution.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Professional English language skills.

• Lead strategic satellite projects and programs across their full lifecycle.
• Take responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks and delivery.
• Coordinate Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, AIT, procurement, quality and operations.
• Build realistic project plans and implement recovery actions when needed.
• Resolve cross-functional conflicts related to priorities, resources and technical decisions.
• Manage relationships with customers, partners, suppliers and space agencies.
• Prepare clear decision options and recommendations for senior management.
• Mentor Project Managers and develop an effective Project House.
• Improve project processes without slowing down delivery.