constellr GmbH

Role Description We are seeking an experienced Project & Procurement Manager to strengthen our Program Management function, with a strong focus on institutional, government-backed, and publicly funded programs, particularly within the German and broader European space ecosystem. This is a pivotal role in constellr’s next growth phase. You will ensure excellence in program execution and procurement within a highly regulated, stakeholder-driven environment. Working at the intersection of engineering, supply chain, and public institutions, you will help deliver satellite programs that meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and reliability, aligned with German and European institutional expectations. Key Responsibilities - Lead and coordinate complex satellite programs, with a strong emphasis on institutional and government-funded initiatives (e.g., DLR, ESA, national programs). - Ensure end-to-end program execution excellence, including schedule, cost, risk, and quality management, in line with institutional and defence-grade standards (e.g., ISO/AS9100). - Develop and implement scalable procurement strategies compliant with public procurement regulations and governance frameworks. - Build, manage, and strengthen strategic supplier relationships, with a focus on the German industrial ecosystem. - Lead contract negotiations and placements, balancing commercial objectives with institutional and regulatory requirements. - Serve as a key interface with external stakeholders, including agencies, prime contractors, and public partners. - Enhance internal processes to ensure auditability, traceability, and compliance typical of government-backed programs. - Support future satellite generations by aligning procurement and partnerships with long-term institutional roadmaps. Qualifications - 5+ years of experience in project and procurement management within institutional, government-backed, or publicly funded programs. - Strong experience within the German space, aerospace, or high-tech industrial ecosystem (e.g., DLR, ESA programs, prime contractors, or major suppliers). - Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs with high governance and compliance requirements. - Solid understanding of public procurement processes, contractual frameworks, and regulatory environments. - Experience in satellite manufacturing, integration, or testing environments is highly desirable. - Strong negotiation skills in structured, high-stakes environments. - Confidence engaging with senior institutional and governmental stakeholders. - Fluent German (mandatory) and excellent English communication skills. - Spacecraft industry experience required; aerospace or automotive backgrounds may be considered. - Strong familiarity with the German market and experience working with German customers, partners, or public-sector stakeholders is an advantage. Benefits - Be part of an ambitious mission to launch the world’s first commercial thermal infrared constellation. - Play a defining role in scaling a company at the intersection of space, climate, and security. - Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options. - Competitive compensation, including Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees. - Join a team committed to diversity, inclusion, scientific excellence, and real-world impact.

Role Description We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven team player to join our Product and Quality Assurance (PQA) team, with a strong focus on Flight Software Product Assurance. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the quality, safety, and reliability of both flight and ground software across our growing satellite constellation. You will work at the intersection of engineering, quality, and operations, helping to shape how we build and deliver software in a fast-moving, mission-critical space environment. The PQA team defines and maintains the company’s quality and Product Assurance standards. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring our software meets the highest levels of robustness, compliance, and reliability, supporting mission success in both orbit and ground operations. This is a role for someone who thrives in complex, technical environments, enjoys working across disciplines, and is comfortable balancing structured quality processes with the pace of a rapidly scaling space organisation. You will be trusted to take end-to-end ownership, bring clarity to ambiguity, and help embed strong engineering discipline across the software lifecycle. Key responsibilities - Develop, implement, and continuously improve a robust Software Product Assurance (PA) programme, reporting directly to the Product Assurance Manager. - Take end-to-end ownership of Software Product Assurance across both flight and ground software for our satellite constellation. - Ensure rigorous application of software configuration management and release processes, maintaining strong version control, traceability, and engineering discipline. - Enforce compliance with safety-critical and mission-critical software standards, with a strong focus on risk reduction and failure prevention. - Define and oversee software testing, verification, and validation strategies across all development and delivery phases. - Investigate, manage, and resolve software anomalies throughout development, testing, integration, and operational phases. - Support Spacecraft Assembly, Integration and Testing (AIT) activities, ensuring software readiness and compliance at every stage. - Coordinate and lead software deliveries from suppliers, ensuring alignment with internal standards, schedules, and quality expectations. - Participate in subcontractor reviews and key technical meetings, working closely with procurement engineers and Product Assurance stakeholders. - Balance the demands of rapid development cycles with the need to maintain strong Product Assurance and software quality standards in a fast-paced space environment. Qualifications - Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related scientific discipline. - Proven experience in Flight Software Product Assurance within the space industry. - Strong understanding of software testing, verification, and validation in safety-critical environments. - Experience with embedded flight software for satellites, spacecraft platforms, or payload systems (experience with FDIR highly desirable). - Strong proficiency in software configuration management tools and processes. - Familiarity with ECSS standards, particularly ECSS-Q-ST-80C (Software Product Assurance) and ECSS-E-ST-40C (Software Engineering). - Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with experience in risk management and anomaly investigation. - Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, with a proactive approach to risk identification and escalation. - Strong team mindset, with a desire to help build and shape a growing organisation. - Comfortable working independently, taking ownership and delivering in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent written and spoken English communication skills. Requirements - Experience with automation, scripting, or AI-assisted engineering tools (e.g. prompt-based workflows). - Exposure to high-growth or start-up aerospace environments. - Broader understanding of end-to-end spacecraft systems engineering lifecycles. Benefits - Be part of an ambitious mission to launch the world’s first commercial thermal infrared constellation. - Play a defining role in scaling a company at the intersection of space, climate, and security. - Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options. - Competitive compensation, including Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees. - Join a team committed to diversity, inclusion, scientific excellence, and real-world impact.