Senior Project Manager

This position is at Indra

The selection process will be fully managed by Indra.

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# Senior Project Manager **Ubicación:** Madrid, MD, ES **Perfil profesional:** Defensa y Seguridad **Experiencia requerida:** **Modalidad del puesto:** ?️ Indra Space – Leading the Next Generation of Space Systems ? At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Our ambition? To become a leading company in end-to-end satellite systems, driving innovation in: * ? Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT) * ? Secure Communications * ? Earth Observation & ISR * ? Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM) * ? Science & space exploration As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach—from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. With the integration of Deimos and strategic participation in Hispasat and Hisdesat, we are scaling Europe’s space autonomy and contributing to flagship programs like IRIS², Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus. ? **What We’re Looking For** We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong “Prime” mindset and proven expertise leading large-scale, complex projects. The ideal candidate will coordinate multiple stakeholders and clients in the space field, while managing multidisciplinary teams, partners, and suppliers. Experience in space programs is desirable, though not mandatory. A solid capability to operate as a Prime Contractor with full accountability across technical, cost, and schedule dimensions is essential. ? **Key Responsibilities** * Lead and manage large-scale projects as Prime/Coordinator, ensuring alignment across multiple clients and stakeholders. * Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and a wide ecosystem of providers and technological partners. * Define project planning structures (WBS/EDT), schedules, and resource allocation. * Oversee project execution, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. * Identify and manage project risks (technical, cost, and schedule), including mitigation planning. * Ensure compliance with corporate processes, objectives, and performance metrics. * Manage budgets, perform cost control, and assess project profitability. * Drive communication with diverse stakeholders, adapting messaging to different audiences. * Contribute to the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies within projects. ? **Requirements** * Strong leadership skills managing multidisciplinary teams and multiple suppliers. * Solid knowledge of project management methodologies such as PMBOK (advanced), Prince2 (medium), Scrum and Kanban (medium/basic). * Experience with project management tools such as MS Project (advanced), Primavera P6 (medium), CA Clarity and Rational (medium), HP PPM and Redmine (basic). * Knowledge of systems engineering practices, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and system integration. * Experience with PLM tools (Windchill) and requirement management tools (DOORS – advanced). * Strong understanding of risk management at both proposal and execution phases. * Knowledge of ECSS standards (advanced). * Familiarity with space, defense, or satellite domains (launchers, satellite operations, mission analysis, flight hardware) is a plus. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (expert level). What We Offer: * ? Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly. * ? Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment where your voice matters. * ? Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact. * ? People First: A collaborative team that supports and celebrates your success. * ? Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews to help you grow. * ? Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company with a future vision. * ? Global Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives. * ✈️ Mobility Opportunities: Explore projects across Spain and beyond. * ? Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses. ✨ Your next big opportunity is here. Ready to make an impact? Apply today! Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of our workforce and guaranteeing equal opportunities in recruitment, training and promotion. We provide a workplace free from any form of discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance. INDRA is a Top Employer 2026! Join a company certified as one of the best employers in Spain, thanks to our comprehensive HR management and the working conditions we offer our professionals.

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