Head of Space Production Engineering

Company Overview

Space Industries is an innovative and fast-growing company specializing in the design, development, and integration of cutting-edge solutions for micro, small, and nano satellites. With a passion for technological advancement and a vision to redefine the future of space exploration, we are committed to providing advanced satellite systems that will have a global impact. As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we are looking for a dynamic Head of Space Production Engineering .

Position Overview

The Head of Space Production Engineering will lead the company’s entire technical function, with direct responsibility for design, systems engineering, subsystems, AIT, configuration, test support activities, and the industrialization process . The role ensures the seamless transition from design to serial production, driving manufacturability, production readiness, process standardization, cost optimization, supply chain integration, and continuous improvement across all space systems programs. This role is both strategic and operational, ensuring that satellites are designed to be manufacturable, integrable, and testable, while meeting cost, schedule, and mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Define and implement the company’s technical strategy in alignment with the industrial plan.
• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams including:
• Systems Engineering
• Mechanical & Structural Engineering
• Electrical & Avionics Engineering
• Thermal Engineering
• AIT Engineering
• Configuration & Documentation
• Foster a culture focused on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Engineering Governance

• Oversee the full satellite lifecycle:
• Requirements definition and management
• System architecture
• Design and development
• Verification and validation
• Assembly, Integration & Testing
• Ensure compliance with ECSS standards (or equivalent).
• Chair and oversee major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR).

Industrialization & AIT Focus

• Ensure projects follow:
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Design for Test (DFT)

• Work closely with Production to optimize workflows, tooling, and AIT processes.
• Supervise functional and environmental test campaigns (TVAC, vibration, shock, EMC) and qualification activities.

Program & Stakeholder Management

• Support Business Development during proposal and bidding phases.
• Interface with institutional and commercial customers on technical matters.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain for selection and qualification of critical suppliers.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in the space industry.

• Direct experience with satellite programs in the 50–500 kg class.

• Strong background in:

• Systems Engineering
• AIT
• Environmental test campaigns

• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams.

• Deep knowledge of ECSS standards.

• Fluent in English.

• Possession of a driving license (Category B).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in serial or semi-serial satellite production environments.
• Background in satellite platform industrialization.
• Experience in New Space or fast-paced commercial programs.
• Familiarity with lean methodologies applied to space manufacturing.

Key Competencies

• Authoritative yet collaborative technical leadership
• Strong results orientation
• Decision-making capability in high-complexity environments
• System-level vision with attention to detail
• Effective technical risk management

What We Offer

• 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday.
• A dynamic and stimulating work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Join Us?

A unique opportunity for professional growth in a young and dynamic aerospace company. The chance to work on innovative projects with a global impact in the small satellite sector. A stimulating and collaborative environment, with the opportunity to contribute to shaping the company\'s future strategies.