Launch Complex Project Manager

**_Parque Industrial de Elche (Poligono Industrial)_**_, _**_España_**_
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**Mission**:
As the Launch Complex Project Manager for the MIURA 5 launch system at the Guiana Space Centre, your mission is to oversee and coordinate all aspects of the launch complex design, construction, integration, and testing.

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead the planning, design, and construction phases of the launch complex, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to develop and implement innovative solutions for launch complex infrastructure and systems.
- Manage relationships with contractors, suppliers, and government agencies involved in launch complex activities.
- Plan the maintenance and upgrade of launch complex facilities, equipment, and support systems.
- Develop and implement operational procedures and protocols to ensure safe and efficient launch operations.
- Collaborate with mission control and launch operations teams to coordinate launch schedules and activities.
- Monitor and mitigate risks associated with launch complex operations, including environmental, safety, and security risks.
- Interface with stakeholders, including customers, regulatory agencies, and international partners, to ensure alignment and compliance with project goals and requirements.
- Prepare regular reports and updates on launch complex status, performance, and milestones.
- Generate documentation for formal program development reviews.
- Interface with stakeholders, including customers, regulatory agencies, and international partners, to ensure alignment and compliance with project goals and requirements.
- Prepare regular reports and updates on launch complex status, performance, and milestones.
- Generate documentation for formal program development reviews. Provide high-level and low-level feedback for MIURA 5 program development planning
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**Required Knowledge**:

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, aerospace, or related field, advanced degree preferred.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex engineering projects, preferably in the aerospace, oil&gas or space launch industry.
- Proficiency in project management tools and techniques, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
- Experience with international collaboration projects and working in multicultural environments.

**Required Competencies**:

- Ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
- Proven track record of working effectively in multidisciplinary teams and building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities, especially in high-pressure situations.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, priorities, and constraints.
- Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, managing multiple development projects and priorities.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines and milestones.
- Previous experience in a managerial or leadership role.
- Ability and willingness to travel to Guiana Space Centre in French Guiana as needed, and to spend extended periods there depending on the progress of the project. Fluency in English and/or French languages.
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**Desired Competencies**:

- Understanding of launch complex, test benches or oil&gas plants design principles, construction methods, and operational requirements.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and best practices governing launch complex operations and safety.
- Knowledge of environmental sustainability practices and regulations relevant to launch complex operations.
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Prince2) or relevant professional associations (e.g., AIAA, PMI).
- Familiarity with space launch systems, including rocket propulsion, payload integration, and launch operations.

**Others**:

- Location: Elche.
- Full time position.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.