Project Manager

Description

In this role, you will work closely with engineering, business, legal, and finance teams to keep complex space-sector projects on track and aligned with programme milestones.

• Manage stakeholders and ensure successful technical delivery of engineering projects
• Support development of future launch projects and grant applications
• Coordinate stakeholders across propulsion, avionics, structures, and operations to ensure successful technical delivery
• Create, manage, and oversee new and existing work packages and project scopes
• Create and manage work packages, ensuring alignment with engineering and mission requirements
• Lead delivery of verification and validation evidence for the launch vehicle and its subsystems

Requirements

• Full driving licence
• Expertise in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management
• Awareness of related functions such as procurement and engineering management
• Familiarity with ECSS or similar aerospace systems engineering standards
• Ability to meet relevant security vetting requirements
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP)
• Experience in the space sector or aerospace industry
• Valid passport and right to work in the UK
• Strong track record of delivering engineering projects on time and within budget
• Experience developing project business cases
• Technical understanding suitable for supporting decisions in a launch or high-technology environment

Benefits

Long Term Contract

Alexander Associates are partnering with a cutting-edge, fast-growing launch provider who are looking for a Project Manager. This full-time, long-term contract offers the chance to work at the forefront of the space industry.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance