Senior Project Manager

Bilbao
- Posted 3 hours ago

**Lead high-impact space projects that go beyond Earth—with autonomy, purpose and innovation.**

**Who we are**:
At **SATLANTIS**, we design advanced space technologies with one goal: solving global challenges from above. We’re now looking for a **Senior Project Manager** to lead R&D&I projects across the aerospace and defense sectors (ESA, EU-funded programs, defense missions, and more). You’ll be based in our **Leioa HQ (Bizkaia, Spain)** and take full ownership of projects from start to finish—collaborating with top-level stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

**What’s in it for you?**:

- **Mission-driven projects with real-world impact**:You’ll lead initiatives that support space innovation, strategic defense, and environmental observation.
- **Flexible working hours**:Work-life balance starts with trust in how you manage your time.
- **Young, proactive, and dynamic environment**:Join a collaborative team where autonomy and innovation are part of our daily mindset.
- **Private health insurance**:Your wellbeing comes first—with top-tier medical coverage.
- **Office perks**:Enjoy fresh fruit, quality coffee, and an energizing work atmosphere.
- **Discounts at campus facilities**:Get access to local restaurants and sports installations on the UPV/EHU campus.
- **International exposure**:Coordinate with ESA, Ministries of Defense, and research partners across Europe—in English and Spanish.

**Your mission**:
As a **Senior Project Manager**, you will oversee and ensure the successful delivery of a portfolio of high-stakes R&D&I projects in the space domain. You will be the key link between internal teams, external stakeholders, and institutional clients, guaranteeing structure, performance, and alignment across every phase of the project lifecycle.

Your main responsibilities will include:

- Leading and coordinating a portfolio of complex projects, meeting strict quality, cost, and timeline targets.
- Acting as the main contact for military and institutional clients, maintaining professional and effective communication.
- Ensuring projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and on budget.
- Designing detailed project plans for internal use and for project partners.
- Maintaining and following up on action lists to ensure timely execution.
- Managing project risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Monitoring progress and preparing status reports for senior management.
- Managing all project documentation: deliverables, reports, meeting agendas, and minutes.
- Collaborating with technical, financial, and commercial departments to align project execution.
- Facilitating cross-functional collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
- Managing changes in project scope, schedule, and cost.
- Supporting the engineering department in preparing technical reports.
- Organizing and leading meetings with clients, funding bodies, and key stakeholders.

**What will set you up for success?**:

- **Proven experience in complex environments**:You bring at least 5 years of experience managing technical or R&D projects, ideally in the aerospace, defense, or high-reliability sectors—where structure, quality and accountability are key.
- **Strong multi-project coordination**:You’ve successfully handled multiple projects in parallel, aligning teams and timelines without losing control or clarity.
- **Leadership and communication under pressure**:You’re capable of leading with confidence and assertiveness, knowing when to push back, and how to build trust through clear communication.
- **Comfortable working with military and institutional clients**:You understand their processes, expectations, and standards—and know how to navigate their ecosystems with professionalism.
- **Solid academic background**:You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, or in Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunications Engineering, Physics, Geoscience, or a related field.

**Preferred experience that will make you stand out**:

- You are a **resilient leader** who thrives in complex, high-demand environments.
- You **take ownership** and are not afraid to make tough decisions or be accountable for outcomes.
- You combine **strategic thinking with attention to detail**—and know when to step in hands-on.
- Experience working in structured environments such as **ESA, NATO, Ministries of Defense**, or similar is highly valued.

**Ready to lead space missions from Euskadi?**

If you’re looking for **impact, purpose and growth** in a role where leadership truly matters—this is your opportunity.