Tax Credit Officer

About Pangea Propulsion:

We are a company dedicated to developing advanced propulsion systems for the space industry based on three key principles: high efficiency, sustainability, and reusability. We are revolutionizing the space industry with ground-breaking innovations that allow us to offer the best performance to cost propulsion systems.

Our goal is to be the propulsion provider for the next generation of spacecraft, which is essential to meet demands and compete in the booming space market of the next decade.

We are a passionate, multicultural, and multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space propulsion technology.

We have already made history by successfully testing the world's first 3D-printed Methalox Aerospike engine, marking a significant milestone for the space industry.

We are looking for talented professionals to join our international teams in Barcelona and Toulouse. We want to be a key player in improving diversity in the Aerospace sector as, in Pangea, we believe that diversity (gender, age, race, sexual orientation, beliefs, disability, culture, etc.) is a key to success. Within Pangea, everyone can grow with the same opportunities. We encourage you to apply. Individually we are different, but together we are an amazing team

We are looking for a Tax Credit OfficerinBarcelona.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Credit Officer to join our team in Barcelona. This role is crucial in enhancing R&D recognition and financing from public institutions.

You will work closely together with your colleagues in the FP&A Department.

This role requires strong proficiency in innovation management, tax incentive systems and R&D. A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are essential.

You will work closely with the FP&A, Engineering, Project Management and Finance teams to identify, document and maximize R&D tax incentive opportunities across the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and summarize monthly the technical progress of Pangea's products
• Identify eligible R&D activities
• Monitor resources eligible to Tax Credits
• Support resource allocation analysis
• Gather and generate the information needed for Tax Lease, CIR and Bonificaciones operations
• Maintain accurate documentation supporting R&D tax credit claims and innovation incentive applications
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to collect evidence of eligible R&D activities
• Prepare supporting documentation for audits, tax authorities and external advisors
• Monitor changes in tax credit legislation and assess their impact on the company
• Support budget planning and forecasting related to tax credits and public funding
• Ensure compliance with tax incentive requirements and internal processes

What you need to be successful:

• R&D project management
• Innovation consultant
• Public funding management
• PMO
• Financialcontrol in Aerospace companies
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role related to R&D tax credits, innovation management, public funding or financial controlling
• Experience working in an engineering, industrial, aerospace or technology environment is a plus
• Knowledge of Spanish R&D tax incentives, bonificaciones and tax lease mechanisms is highly valued
• Knowledge of the French CIR (Crédit Impôt Recherche) framework is considered a strong advantage

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive and autonomous mindset
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to synthesize complex technical and financial information

Other useful skills:

• Professional fluency in English
• Ability to write and communicate in Spanish and French is a plus

Advanced Education:

• MSc in Innovation Management Engineering Management Aerospace Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Additional training in Taxation, Innovation Management or Project Management is a plus

Specialized Expertise:

• Experience using ERPs (Odoo preferred)
• Proficient with MS Office, spreadsheet and dat