R&D Technical Project Manager
Core
Drive early-stage engineering projects and technology initiatives in the space domain, evaluating technical alternatives and maturing ideas into clear engineering directions.
Role type
Senior IC R&D Technical Project Manager (Space Domain)
Builds
Early-stage engineering projects, feasibility studies, prototypes, and demonstrators for space domain applications
Domain
Aerospace / Space Domain / R&D
Required skills
Engineering judgment, problem-solving, technical investigation, supplier engagement, requirements definition, risk identification, cross-disciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
R&D/advanced development experience, prototype/demonstrator experience, aerospace/robotics/sensing/communications background, technical specification writing
Technologies
Space domain technologies, hardware, software, mechanical systems, optics, RF
Responsibilities
Lead early-stage R&D and engineering projects from exploration to feasibility; Investigate new technologies and system concepts; Define and execute feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and PoCs; Identify technical risks and trade-offs; Develop initial concepts and technical scopes; Engage suppliers and external partners; Collaborate with hardware, software, mechanical, optics, and RF experts; Present findings and recommend Go/No-Go decisions
