Senior Project Manager (m/f/d) – European Space Programs

Muxon · Garching bei München, Bavaria, Germany · €90K–€115K/yr

Staffing and Recruiting · 2-10 employees

Apr 23

Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time Germany

About the role

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale ESA/EU-funded space projects while managing budgets, timelines, and resources. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

What they look for

Project management ESA/EU-funded programs Budget management Risk management Stakeholder management Strategic leadership Regulatory compliance Export control Systems engineering Satellite technology Negotiation Microsoft Office Multicultural team coordination Policy domain expertise

Requirements

Requires 8+ years of project management experience within the European space sector and a proven track record with ESA/EU-funded programs. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, export control, and hold relevant certifications like PMP or PRINCE2.

Benefits

Challenging role at the forefront of European space technology Direct impact within a growing, multicultural expert team Flexible working hours with core time model Flat hierarchy Open, collaborative culture Modern office environment Excellent infrastructure and public transport access

Full description

Salary Transparency:

This position is aimed at candidates with more than 8 years of professional experience.

The salary range, depending on experience, is between €90,000 and €115,000 gross per year.

Work model: Full-time, on-site.

Muxon is a small, globally active recruitment agency and is conducting this search on behalf of our partner, an established European aerospace company headquartered near Munich (North). Operating at the forefront of ESA and EU-funded programs, the organization plays a key role in strengthening Europe’s strategic independence in space through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale ESA/EU-funded space projects

Manage budgets, timelines, resources, and milestone achievement

Coordinate multidisciplinary and multicultural teams across engineering, science, and policy domains

Ensure compliance with ESA, EUSPA, EU regulations, and export-control requirements

Conduct risk management and performance tracking to secure short- and long-term objectives

Own customer and stakeholder relationships across Europe

Provide strategic leadership aligned with company and EU space policy goals

Requirements

8+ years of project management experience within the European space sector

Proven track record leading large-scale ESA/EU-funded programs (e.g., Galileo, Copernicus, Horizon Europe)

Demonstrated ownership of complex projects, including coordination of ESA and external stakeholders

Strong knowledge of ESA, EUSPA, EU regulatory frameworks and grant funding mechanisms

Experience with export control regulations

Excellent English skills; German is a plus

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard project management tools

Outstanding leadership, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills

PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is highly desirable

Background in systems engineering, satellite technology, or space infrastructure is a strong advantage

Benefits

Challenging role at the forefront of European space technology

Direct impact within a growing, multicultural expert team

Flexible working hours with core time model

Flat hierarchy and open, collaborative culture

Modern office environment with excellent infrastructure and public transport access

If you bring true project ownership experience in the European space sector and are ready to lead high-impact missions, we encourage you to apply.