Project Manager (Aerospace)

Simera Sense is a leading provider of Earth observation camera solutions for the global small satellite market. Committed to excellence and innovation, we deliver superior products and services to our worldwide customer base.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving complex projects to successful completion? We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Management Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives, optimise project delivery, and inspire high-performing teams. In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of key projects that align with our business goals, while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving challenges, and have a proven track record in project leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical liaison between project management, engineering, and operations teams
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and documentation of technical processes and support protocols
• Support internal reviews, audits, and technical readiness assessments
• Lead the coordination of technical support activities across engineering, systems, and operations teams
• Translate technical requirements into actionable support plans aligned with project milestones
• Ensure timely resolution of technical issues impacting project delivery
• Oversee the maintenance and performance of mission-critical systems, including satellite ground stations, telemetry systems, and integration labs
• Coordinate upgrades, testing, and troubleshooting of hardware and software systems
• Ensure system readiness for mission phases such as integration, testing, and launch
• Identify and escalate technical risks and issues, ensuring mitigation strategies are implemented
• Maintain a technical issue log and track resolution progress in collaboration with engineering leads
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure all technical support activities comply with required regulations, ECSS standards, and internal quality frameworks
• Maintain accurate records of technical interventions, system changes, and support actions
• Manage technical support tools, diagnostic equipment, and software licenses
• Coordinate internal training on support tools and systems to build team capability
• Provide regular updates on technical support status, risks, and performance metrics to project stakeholders
• Prepare technical documentation, support reports, and post-mission reviews
• Lead technical support readiness for key project phases, including integration, environmental testing, and launch campaigns
• Coordinate simulations and dry runs to validate support procedures and team preparedness

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing technical projects in engineering, aerospace, IT infrastructure, or systems integration.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex technical solutions on time and within budget.
• Experience in space engineering, satellite systems, payload integration, or ground station operations is highly valued.
• Familiarity with space-grade testing environments, mission support systems, and launch coordination.
• Experience working within regulated environments, including SANSA, ISO, or ECSS standards.
• Skilled in preparing and managing technical documentation, support logs, and compliance reports.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, ClickUp) and technical platforms (e.g., MATLAB, STK, SolidWorks).
• Experience with ERP systems and technical reporting tools.
• Experience managing relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and international partners.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into actionable plans and communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders.