Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of commercial aircraft, military transports, helicopters, and space systems. As one of the world's largest aerospace companies, it employs over 130,000 people globally and operates as a cornerstone of European industrial collaboration and technological innovation. Spain plays a vital role in Airbus's global operations, hosting major production and engineering centers in Getafe, Seville, and Cádiz. The company is a major employer for international talent in Spain, offering a multicultural work environment where English is the primary language for technical and management roles, alongside comprehensive relocation support for specialized engineering positions.

Airbus was established in 1970 as a European consortium to challenge the dominance of American aerospace manufacturers. It grew through the integration of major national aerospace companies from France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, including the merger with Spain's CASA in 1999.

Program/Bid Manager for National Earth Observation Mission

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

Within Airbus Defence & Space, and for the Space Systems Earth Observation and Science (EOS) business line, the successful candidate will join the Spanish Future Programmes team (TSOAS).
As Program Manager/Bid Manager, you will lead the program team during the program preparation phase B, and you will lead the program team for the phase C/D proposal preparation and
negotiation with the Customer. If the negotiation with the Customer is successful, you will continue managing the program during the execution phase (C/D), with a transfer to the Spanish EOS Programmes line (TSOY).

Tasks and accountability:T

The successful candidate's main task is to lead the bid/program, including:

Customer communication, including discussion of all issues during the proposal preparation and the life cycle of the Program.
Program/Bid team and stakeholders management.
Decision making at program level, with full authority in the frame of the proposal preparation, negotiation with the Customer, and contract execution, in coordination with HO TSOAS program line.
Project Structuring/WBS Definition.
Proactive Risk and Opportunity Management, contractual and schedule management, budget and cost controlling.
Coordination of the industrialization process, supporting Industrial manager.
Management of the development activities in full coordination with the project team.
Business travels can be expected on monthly basis in Europe and consequently, you must be willing to travel accordingly.

Skills:

The successful candidate shall have the following qualification, experience, and skills:

Engineering degree or equivalent.
Minimum 10 years' experience in aerospace industry with a strong background in program management and industrial management, and strong leadership skills.
Professional experience in studies, proposals and implementation programs for Space Systems.
Eligibility to access information up to "Reservado nacional level " is required.
Team leadership, ability to give meaning and energy.
Ability to understand Spanish EO Business and the future mission needs.
Ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills with team leading experience.
Innovative, entrepreneurial and industrial mindset.
Challenge the status quo, Negotiation skills.
Working together culture.
Synthetic & structured.
Fluent in Spanish & English. Proficiency in French language is an advantage.

To ensure a smooth process and respect the potential candidates' time, we kindly ask that you only apply if you meet all the mandatory requirements listed above. This helps us focus our review on the most qualified matches for this specific role.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?
At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
Attractive salary.
Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
Collective transport service in some sites.
Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
Special rates in products & benefits.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Programme & Project Management

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