Ariane 6 Launch Base Manager

Description

Ariane 6 Launch Base Manager in the Ariane 6 Engineering team, Flight Programmes Department, Directorate of Space Transportation.

Duties

Under the direct authority of the Ariane 6 Launch System Engineering Manager you are tasked with the implementation of Ariane Launch Base Development and any Complementary Developments/Adaptations that may become necessary due to an evolution of the Launch System.

In this context, you will manage the development of the following typical Launch System Ground Segment systems:

• Infrastructure including buildings, power supply, air conditioning systems Fluidic networks
• Mechanical systems
• Mechanical PCC (Ground/board I/F: cryo arms & MANG mini-masts) Security systems (CFS / SP)
• Control Benches (CBLP, CCS) 
• LN3 Applications Software 
• Transfer means (TCC, UCT) BAF HE adaptations
• Launch Range adaptations

You will manage a team which will work in tight coordination with the Ariane 6 Launch System Architect team to ensure that the Launch Base activities remain fully coherent with Ariane 6 Launch System needs. You will steer Launch Base activities in such a way as to minimise and master any deviation with respect to Launch System workplans.

You, and your team:
•    will be in charge of the implementation of the Ariane 6 Launch Base development contract; 
•    control the contract’s schedule and costs and you will regularly report to your line manager about any deviation;
•    provide support to the Launch System Configuration Control Board, Verification Control Board and Risk Management Board.

Your duties further include:

• preparing and attending meetings related to qualification activities;
• participating in system-level working groups to exhaustively assess the qualification status;
• preparing internal and external project reports and presentations, and ensuring smooth work interfaces with other services within the Agency and with other partners of the programme;
• analysing CNES qualification plans and associated risks, as well as performing ad-hoc analysis, reports and other tasks, as required;
• interfacing with the Launch System Verification and the Launch System Integration and Tests teams to implement and monitor all the required exchanges aimed at securing quality and timely availability of the interface control data related to the Launch Base;
• supporting the Launch System Architect in the preparation of the Combined Tests and Maiden flight campaigns.

Technical competencies

Behavioural competencies

Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking

Education

A Master's degree in Engineering is required.

Additional requirements

You should have at least 15 years professional experience with Launch Systems.

You should further have:

• the potential to manage individuals or a team 
• the ability to organise your activities and ensure a motivating work environment
• strong leadership capabilities, with proven relationship management and communication skills
• the ability to drive your team’s performance, developing your people by encouraging learning, delegating responsibility and giving regular and constructive feedback
• strong problem-solving skills to deal with day-to-day operational challenges, together with demonstrated planning and organisational skills
• strong results orientation with the ability to set priorities and present practical solutions both orally and in writing
• the ability to manage challenging situations proactively and constructively.

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.