Senior Project Manager – Space

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Full time
Location: Oxford
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Job offered by: Archangel Lightworks
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Archangel Lightworks is a global connectivity company building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future. We’re passionate about improving humanity’s communications infrastructure and solving some of Earth’s most critical problems from economic inclusion to climate change. We work in a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can make your mark as part of a growing team and work on the cutting-edge of innovation. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager with a background in Space, lasers, telecommunications or closely related high-tech industry to join our engineering team and deliver transformative laser communications technology. You will be responsible for projects ranging from customer product builds to delivery of key R&D activities for our lasercom technologies and operational company activities. You will work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Engineering Team Leaders and PM team to deliver projects on time, within scope and budget. A UK security clearance would be a bonus but is not essential.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have demonstrable, relevant experience of 7-10+ years in developing technology from low/mid-TRLs to product level, showcasing a strong track record of innovative solutions, technical expertise, and successful project delivery. Proven ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic environments, collaborating effectively with teams to design, implement, and enhance cutting-edge technological advancements is essential. Any experience managing technology trials would be an advantage. Experience using industry standard PM tools to manage projects within an engineering/scientific environment. Proven record of successful engineering/scientific project ownership and delivery. Familiarity with stage-gate-based development processes. Your responsibilities will include: Planning and managing assigned projects to the specified scope, timeline, and cost; and managing expectations and scope changes where required Working closely with the engineering team to translate technical requirements and specifications to define project scope and plans Stakeholder management including outsourced suppliers, partners and customers e.g. ESA, IUK, and commercial organisations. Working with technical and non-technical staff to identify and manage risks and inter-dependencies of projects, and their impact both on project timelines and cross-functional effects across the business Supporting the development and implementation of project management tools and processes Coordinating and contributing to formal documentation review and change control processes Desirable additional skills: Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with satellite systems, laser communication technology, telecommunications, and aerospace engineering concepts is highly desirable. Qualification/accreditation in Project Management e.g. PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, Agile Certification. Start-up/SME experience: We are a small company developing disruptive technology so experience working within a scientific/engineering start-up environment would be advantageous. Eco-system outreach: We engage with a large aerospace, telecoms and lasercom eco-system as we build our network of partners both for future collaboration and demonstration activities, so experience managing outreach activities would be desirable. The ability to manage parallel projects of differing sizes as well as leading and/or contributing to bids. Location : Our office is based in Osney Mead, Oxford. There will be opportunity to work from home as agreed with your line manager.

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