Project Manager & Software Architect

Job title:

Project Manager & Software Architect

Company:

Space Applications Services

Job description

PositionThis role focuses on the implementation of contracts for robotics applications across diverse domains, including space, terrestrial, aerial, and underwater environments. The position entails managing projects funded by the European Space Agency (ESA), the European Commission (EC), and business-to-business (B2B) clients, ensuring the successful delivery of advanced robotics solutions.The successful cndidate will also coordinate project partners, maintain strong customer relationships, and contribute to business development efforts. This role plays a crucial part in driving forward innovative robotics projects that address complex challenges across multiple sectors and environments.The successful candidate will be part of the Robotics, Software & Intelligence (RSI) Team.The candidate will mainly report to the RSI Team Lead.

• Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
• Start date: As of November 2024

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage day-today Technical and Programmatic aspects of proects and apply the relevant Company procedures and process
• Lead software and system architectures definition, interfaces design, and manage integrations across projects
• Act as main interface to customers, ensuring timely follow-up of actions
• Interact closely with Technical Leads as well as with the Finance/Project Control Team
• Act occasionally as the Technical Lead (depending on projects and work scope)
• Ensure the timely release and delivery of projects deliverables, with required quality level
• Produce required documentation.

Skills and Experience

• A Master (or PhD) degree with a major in Computer Science (software engineering)
• At least 3 years of professional experience in software development
• At least 2 years of dedicated experience with project management responsibilities in projects involving robotics software
• Knowledge of software engineering life cycles
• Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration processes and agile software development
• Complex software architectures assemblies, deployment and testing (e.g. Docker)
• Proficiency with technical documents production
• Strength to cope with schedules and deadlines
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Considered as Assets

• Agile methodology such as Scrum using tools such as JIRA
• Previous experience with B2B, ESA and/or EC project management is a strong asset for the position
• Writing proposals for EC/ESA or commercial contracts.

Our Offer

• Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
• A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
• A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
• A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
• Working from home in part can be a possibility
• An individualised training and development programmes.

About UsSpace Applications Services is a company at the forefront of space technology development and the provision of services for human spaceflight, exploration and earth observation missions. Headquartered in Belgium (Brussels Area), with a research office in the Netherlands and a subsidiary in the USA, the company provides solutions for both commercial and institutional customers. We work with clients such as the European Space Agency, the European Commission, governmental and national space agencies as well as the major space industries.The company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards. The company also provides engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training. From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.How To ApplyUpload your CV, Motivation Letter and a Reference Letter, to the attention of Mr Shashank Govindaraj.The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.

Expected salary

Location

Zaventem, Brabant Flamand

Job date

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 22:21:37 GMT

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