Production Manager - Space Permanent Onsite, South Holland Our client, a leading space / satellite component manufacturer is seeking a Project Manager, Program Manager, Industrialisation Manager to take responsibility and ownership over manufacturing processes and output - on time, quality, cost Please note - SPACE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL. Responsibilities Effectively manage customer requirements within contractual frameworks encompassing compliance, risk, schedule, quality, and budget to ensure successful project delivery. Oversee project planning, program definition, quality assurance, and profitability (oToQoC) as the primary customer contact. Actively drive the industrialization of product lines and promote operational excellence. Continuously seek and implement improvements to overall project performance, measured against KPIs. Lead the preparation of compelling proposals, collaborating with core team members. Own project status reviews Build a capable and motivated product team by actively participating in selection, training, appraisal, and development. lead market analysis around competitor offering, steer product roadmap. Champion the adoption of operational excellence methodologies. Qualifications Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Satellite manufacturing environment role in space industry. Some leadership experience in management of satellite testing / production Skilled in operational excellence implementation. Experience in introduction and ramp-up of new products in production. Experience in scaling businesses, optimizing processes, streamlining resources, and ensuring quality. Experience in financial management and reporting, including familiarity with ERP and planning software. Strong communication skills, ability to reflect and knows how to motivate others. For a full consultation please apply today with an up to date CV and contacts.