project manager.

the job

In the role of Project Manager at GomSpace, you will get the opportunity to drive exciting and high-tech satellite projects for a portfolio of interesting international clients. This means that you will engage with a broad variety of tasks, handling and planning both technical, communicative, and financial aspects. You will get the chance to manage projects from the contract signature to when the satellite is commissioned.

The projects will span over 1 to 3 years, and you will use your skill set to do strategic planning and align with the client, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely delivery. You will get the chance to work closely with various specialists from the many fields of work that go into developing tech for space missions. These include disciplines such as systems and software, assembly and integration, hardware, mechanics, electronics, and manufacturing.

In managing your projects, you will also take charge of budget and resource planning and make project status reports according to the GomSpace Project Model. You will utilize your problem solving mindset to find solutions if the project scope changes, and make sure milestones are accommodated so that both GomSpace and its clients accomplish their goals.

key responsibilities

• Manage satellite projects from start to finish
• Collaborate with a team of professionals from different engineering disciplines
• Ensure timely delivery and quality of the project
• Engage in both internal and external stakeholder management
• Handle budget plans and invoicing
• Full responsibility of the project financial management
• Be the face of the company towards the customer
• Collaborate with GomSpace product development, manufacturing, and procurement

about you

We are interested in candidates with different levels of experience, as we are looking to fill multiple positions. This means that you are an interesting candidate if you have 3-4 years of experience, but also if you possess a longer track record. Your seniority will help determine the exact tasks you are given and the projects you will be working on.

Your experience should be with project management of technical projects in a relevant technical field. An engineering background in e.g. electronics, systems, software or similar will be a clear advantage in mastering the position as project manager

Your mindset and personality will also be an important factor to fit well with the job. We are looking for candidates that possess a strong will to be successful and who can motivate and inspire others through a strong drive and good communication. We hope that you thrive in an agile environment where you can adapt to the needs of the project and show a collaborative spirit.

We are looking for skills in/an understanding of:
• Engineering (e.g. systems, electronics)
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Financial aspects and an ability to bridge this to the technical side
• Resource and scope planning
• Showcasing a strong drive and inspiring people around you
• Commercial understanding
• Fluent in spoken and written English

additional info

The position is located at the GomSpace headquarters in Aalborg where you will be working in the Programs Business Unit. Here you will enter into a dynamic and international environment with colleagues working both in Aalborg and Luxembourg.

Travel days are expected to be approximately 15-20 days/year.

about gomspace

GomSpace makes space accessible, affordable, and useful!

With this tagline as our main vision, GomSpace is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of nanosatellites and microsatellites in the commercial, government, and academic sectors.

GomSpace is an ambitious, agenda-setting player in the nanosatellite business, with a track record of innovating new applications and delivering in-orbit performance that is second to none.

With 17 years of experience in the market and a history of multiple successful missions, GomSpace has developed profound knowledge and competencies within radio technology, CubeSat platforms, project management, and innovation.

if you wish to apply

If you find this position interesting, please apply via Randstad’s website by clicking the "apply now" button to the left. We review applications on an ongoing basis and conduct interviews as soon as the right candidate applies.

If you have any further questions about the position, feel free to contact consultants Frederik Brusgaard (+45 2172 4985) or Jakob Hove (+45 4412 3220).

about randstad

Randstad is the world’s largest talent company and a partner of choice to clients. As a partner for talent, we are committed to providing equitable opportunities to people from all backgrounds and helping them remain relevant in the rapidly changing world of work.

We have a deep understanding of the labor market and help our clients create the high-quality, diverse, and agile workforces they need to succeed. We support people in realizing their true potential throughout their entire working lives. This is what we do and what motivates us every day.

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