Head of Galileo Second Generation Ground Segment Management Service

The Head of the Galileo Second Generation (G2) Ground Segment Management Service is the Technical Officer for Galileo G2 Ground Segment industrial contracts and reports to the Head of the Galileo Ground Segment Management Office.

The G2 GS is currently in Phase B and will evolve over the coming years into a full Phase C/D activity. It will be a new development based on state-of-the-art IT technology. It contains all functionalities needed for satellite control, mission functionality, Galileo security functions and security monitoring infrastructure to manage the Space Segment and deliver the various services. This Ground Segment is being deployed on sites worldwide.

You will be responsible for:
-contractual, technical and programmatic monitoring and coordination of industrial activities that are part of G2 Ground Segment contracts, within the agreed technical, schedule and cost requirements and with minimum risk

-managing the applicable technical baseline;

-managing overall definition activities related to the G2 GS, including pre-development;

-contributing to R&D activities as part of FOC retrofit, Horizon Europe, G2 Galileo or NAVISP initiatives;

-defining the transition from G1 to G2 GS;

-contributing to definition of upgrades of G1 GS to use Galileo Transition satellites when available (for satellite control and providing legacy services);

-contributing to define and manage provision of testbeds and early versions of G2 GS to demonstrate G2 capabilities;

-contributing to define the strategy (acquisition plan) and prepare procurement files (statement of work, technical and management requirements documents) related to implementation of Phase B2 and Phase C/D for G2 GS as well as evaluation of corresponding industry responses up to contractual implementation;

-managing overall design, development and validation/qualification activities related to G2 GS, contributing to the definition of related operations;

-organising and implementing G2 GS reviews in a timely manner.

A Master's degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline is required.

You should have substantial experience in managing project Phase B and C/D plus a good background in space system design, manufacturing and testing.

     You should demonstrate hands-on experience in definition, development, integration, verification and deployment of ground segment facilities (hardware and software) and services (communication, operations, maintenance).

    You will also be required to:

-manage individuals or a team in a project setting;

-organise activities and ensure a motivating work environment;

-have strong leadership capabilities, with proven relationship management and communication skills;

-drive your team’s performance, developing team members by encouraging learning, delegating responsibility and giving regular and constructive feedback;

-have strong problem-solving skills to deal with day-to-day operational challenges, together with demonstrated planning and organisational skills;

-have a strong results orientation, setting priorities and presenting practical solutions orally and in writing;

-manage challenging situations proactively and constructively and be customer-focused.

 People management experience is an asset, as is international experience, i.e. outside your home country, as well as experience in diverse functional areas relevant to ESA activities.