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Project Manager  Location: Belgium

Role Overview:
The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and successfully delivering projects that align with organizational goals, focusing on satellite communication technologies. This includes proposal support, contract negotiations, and managing resources to meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage internal/external resources, customer relationships, and project teams.
• Ensure project adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Support contract proposals and negotiations.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Space, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 4+ years in space systems, with 2+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with ESA projects and security clearance is a plus.

Nice to have:

• Experience of having worked with institutional, defense and international organizations would be considered as an asset;
• Expertise in the following fields is considered a strong asset:
  • Knowledge of ECSS standards and ESA project lifecycle;
  • Experience with EU/ESA “protected” and “classified” projects.
• Skilled in the daily usage of office and project management software (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project…);
• Willing to travel internationally.

Holt Executive is proud to partner with a leading company in the aerospace industry based in Brighton, which specialises in high-performance electro-mechanical systems and advanced pneumatic technology. They focus on developing innovative solutions for airborne weapon carriage and release systems within the Mission Avionics and Release Systems sectors.

They are seeking a Mechanical Inspector to be responsible for inspecting precision components from in-house manufacturing and assembly, as well as from subcontractors and suppliers. You will create and run CMM programs using PC-DMIS for both new and legacy components, ensuring accuracy and quality. Additionally, you will develop and update CMM setup and operation instructions for new and modified programs to maintain high standards throughout the processes.

Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Inspector:

• Inspect precision components from internal manufacturing and assembly, as well as from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop, prove out, and execute CMM programs using PC-DMIS for both new and existing components.
• Create and update setup and operation instructions for CMM programs, including adjustments for modified programs.
• Conduct first-off inspections.
• Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) reporting for single-level parts and complex multi-level assemblies.
• Update and maintain all documentation related to inspection procedures.
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
• Conduct source inspections, including Vendor Assessment Surveys (VAS) at supplier locations.
• Perform patrol inspections of manufacturing areas to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and prepare dimensional reports as required.
• Carry out calibration duties, including calibrating mechanical and electrical equipment and managing related quotations and purchase orders, with full training provided for these tasks.

 
Key Skills and Experience Required by the Mechanical Inspector:

• A recognised Mechanical qualification and previous relevant experience of mechanical inspection.
• Experience & understanding of different inspection techniques.
• Experience in using precision measuring equipment.
• Good working knowledge & experience of ISO 9001:2001 and ideally AS9100 Rev D.
• Manufacturing experience (mechanical).
• Ability to interpret Engineering Drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawing tolerancing including Geometric Tolerancing.
• CMM programming & operation preferably with experience using PC-DMIS software.

 
Company Benefits:

• Half-day finish on a Friday.
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover.
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x).
• Group income protection.
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support.

 
Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of our work, many roles require UK nationality and the ability to obtain security clearance. Applicants must also have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for employment.

If your skills and experience match this exciting Mechanical Inspector opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Software Engineer (Full Stack Technical Leader)

Ready to Take Your Career Beyond the Stratosphere?
If the mysteries of space and cutting-edge technology ignite your passion, this is your chance to reach new heights!
A premier Belgian space systems and software engineering company, trusted by space agencies, top aerospace organizations, EU institutions, and commercial enterprises. With over 50 space missions under their belt, their innovative IT solutions have helped unlock the secrets of the universe and advance our understanding of Earth.

What They Do:

• Design end-to-end space systems, including mission control centers, onboard software, and satellite simulators.
• Provide advanced space data access and geospatial decision-support tools for environmental and resource management.

Your Mission:
Join their Mission & Control Business Unit in Belgium as a Software Engineer (Full Stack Technical Leader). You’ll play a key role in creating cutting-edge software solutions that enable seamless communication between satellites and control centers.

Your Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients to understand and address their specific needs.
• Design and implement robust software architectures.
• Develop front-end and back-end components using modern tools and technologies like Java, Angular, Spring Boot, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Validate software systems and lead client acceptance processes.
• Deploy solutions to space agency and customer sites.
• Work in an Agile team, sharing knowledge and coordinating efforts with team members, clients, and subcontractors.

Your Profile:

• Education: Master’s degree preferred, or a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in computer sciences, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Strong track record as a software engineer or developer.
• Skills: Proficiency in both front-end and back-end development (Java and Python expertise is a must).
• Language: Solid technical English skills.
• Passion: Enthusiastic about the space sector.

Extra Qualities They Value:

• Creative problem-solving and a solutions-driven mindset.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.
• A thirst for learning and improving technical expertise.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Leadership skills to manage both technical challenges and team dynamics.

What They Offer:

• A permanent role in an exciting and innovative environment.
• A competitive salary aligned with your experience.
• Flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week.
• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects with the latest technologies.
• A collaborative culture that values knowledge-sharing.
• Fun team-building activities and social events.
• Access to specialized training in the space industry.

Are You Ready to Launch?
If you’re eager to propel your software engineering career to new frontiers and contribute to groundbreaking space missions, we want to hear from you!

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.
 
We have an exciting opportunity for a Payload Specialist to play a crucial role in the successful development of RF payloads.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Payload Specialist:
 

• You will work with a wide team of engineers to support on the development of key systems and interfaces relating to the payload, including end-to-end communication, network entry, service availability, and satellite payload power consumption management.
• Be responsible for the alignment of the RF payload design with the network performance in mind.
• Be the main interface between the company and the satellite and payload unit suppliers to ensure that the program requirements are being met with regards to development, qualification and performance.
• Ensure that the satellite and RF payload unit suppliers are working to schedule with the technical deliverables.
• Support with the resolution of any design, production or test issues with both interinal engineering teams and suppliers.
• Support and advise on payload integration activities.
• Review and analyze design data and actively participate in various PDRs, CDRs, and TRRs, and provide technical reports on the status of the program.
• Participate in In-Orbit Testing of satellite performance and provide recommendations for satellite acceptance and commissioning.
• Preparing presentations and regular status reports.

 
Key Skills & Experience Required by the Payload Specialist:
 

• A degree in Electrical/Aerospace (or equivalent).
• More than 10 years of relevant space industry experience.
• Knowledge and vast experience in RF satellite payloads and/or RF payload unit engineering.
• Experience interfacing with third parties and suppliers. 
• Experience with optical communications and/or digital communications and/or space electronics is a plus.
• Experience with onboard processing, space electronics, digital modulation, and network functions is a plus.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Clearance.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.

If your skills and experience match this Payload Specialist opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV now!