Descripción de la oferta
Position Overview
Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation
Location: Valencia, Spain
Reports to: Team Leader, Launch Management
Employment type: Permanent
Workplace model: Office
Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)
Role Highlights
Satellite Launch Specialist
Why This Role Matters
They are responsible for the program’s Launch Mission deliverables to the launch service provider by ensuring that all the MAXWELL satellites part of their missions are ready to be launched safely and deployed correctly into orbit. In addition to the Program Launch Mission Management, their role is also to learn about the technical interface with the MAXWELL engineering team, build an aligned relationship with the team designing the satellite and the MAXWELL Program Team to ensure the scale up production of the satellites stays aligned with the Launch Team. They will also build the launch campaigns processes with the help of the SAR Launch Management Team and take part in the launch campaigns. The position sits within the Launch management Team and serves as the bridge/interface between the Program satellite delivery team as well as being one of the direct interfaces with ICEYE’s launch service providers and launch agencies such as ExoLaunch and SpaceX, supporting the scalability, quality, and reliability of ICEYE’s launching operations.
Responsibilities
Program Launch Mission management.
Supports and builds the know‑how for launch mission planning and execution, including schedules, interfaces, documentation, and readiness reviews.
Create redundancy in the team with the goal to be able to manage the Program launch missions from start to finish.
Owns the Program launch missions and its management. Prepare the satellites to be launched on specific missions by managing the deliverables timeline and content and producing the necessary documentation for the launch agency or launch service provider.
Builds the Program Launch Mechanical Ground Support Equipment needed and puts it in place.
Builds relationships with other Program teams and becomes the launch reference for the Program platform.
Prepare satellites for launch campaigns.
Support the Program launch campaign alongside the other launch teams.
Success Criteria
Successful, on‑time execution of launch missions with minimal risk and high customer satisfaction.
Good understanding of a satellite build and technical abilities.
Build strong confidence in ICEYE’s launch readiness abilities for its missions programs.
Adopts a tidy mindset and brings confidence to the launch service providers about the satellites completion and readiness.
Dynamic mindset with strong team collaboration, communication, and listening skills.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience: 0–3 years of experience in the space, aeronautics, or automotive industry.
Skills: Project management, satellite and general space knowledge, Microsoft Office skills.
Behavioral skills: Excellent communication, customer relations, problem solving, active listening, organisational mindset.
Other: English fluent, hands‑on technical work enthusiast and travel enthusiast.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location.
Base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and will be negotiated individually.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us – we’ll do our best to help.
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