Aurora Project Manager
European Space AgencySouth Holland, Netherlands
Posted March 30, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the exploration and development of space.
Job Description
The ESA is seeking a Project Manager for the Aurora Project, responsible for the end-to-end procurement and technical management of the Aurora-D mission, as well as the future Aurora-C constellation. The successful candidate will report to the Head of the Space Safety Missions Office and will be responsible for managing the industrial contract, preparing and conducting project reviews, and identifying and mitigating project risks.
Requirements
- end-to-end procurement for Phase B2/C/D/E of the Aurora-D mission
- hands-on technical management of the Aurora-D project
- management of the industrial Aurora-D contract(s)
- preparing and conducting project reviews
- management of the Aurora-D ESA Project Team
- securing and leading experts from the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality
- identification of project risks and implementation of risk mitigation measures
- planning and active control of the Cost at Completion of the project
- planning and allocating all the resources for the project
- planning and active control of the schedule
- reporting regularly to management and escalating problems when required
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Attractive benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Diverse and inclusive work environment