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Product Development Manager

  • South East, Greater London, London, UK
  • Competitive
  • Interim/Contract
  • V-35775

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader in communication and technology, renowned for innovation and excellence.

Their International Government unit provides reliable global communication for military, emergency, and government operations. They are seeking a Product Development Manager to drive innovation in the satellite industry during a time of rapid transformation.

As Product Development Manager you will lead the development and delivery of the programme, focusing on multi-terminal and multi-orbit aeronautical communication solutions focused on these three key areas.

  • Capability Development: Design cutting-edge aeronautical solutions leveraging SD-WAN technologies to meet customer needs and advance growth strategies.
  • Innovation: Shape technology roadmaps, collaborate on product development, and engage with industry partners to explore new applications.
  • Subject Matter Expertise: Support business case development, product documentation, and the creation of compelling market materials.

Key Responsibilities for the Product Development Manager:

Capability Development:

  • Lead the creation of market and technical requirements for multi-network/multi-terminal solutions within the programme and other government aeronautical markets as needed.
  • Drive collaboration with internal teams and central product management to design end-to-end solution architectures for multi-orbit/multi-terminal systems, utilising SD-WAN capabilities.
  • Document technical propositions for international government markets and support the drafting of technical product requirements for development activities (e.g., management briefs, RFIs, RFPs).
  • Coordinate with central product development and engineering teams to deliver and productise defined solutions effectively.
  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders on product progress, changes, and developments to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the process.

Innovation:

  • Analyse market, strategy, and technology trends to identify competitive advantages that inform the orchestration strategy for government aeronautical markets.
  • Contribute to defining the government aeronautical product strategy and roadmap, supporting feasibility assessments and growth initiatives.
  • Assist in developing business cases to secure investments for expanding the portfolio.
  • Collaborate with OEMs and third-party organisations to monitor and document market developments that could enhance the product proposition.

Subject Matter Expertise:

  • Oversee the creation of detailed product and service description documents.
  • Support go-to-market, sales, commercial, and market development teams by enabling the production of training materials, compelling storytelling, and market-facing collateral.
  • Work with the Product Management Team to share knowledge on product roadmaps and capabilities, continuously enhancing the multi-terminal offering and the broader government aeronautical portfolio.

Key Skills and Experience Required by the Product Development Manager:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline, master’s degree or above preferred.
  • Experience in SD WAN technologies and their application in hybrid network environments, including satcom services.
  • Good stakeholder management skills.
  • Collaborative mind-set and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to remain positive in high pressure and stressful situations.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Product Development Manager opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.

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AIV Manager

  • Bilbao, Spain
  • €50000 - €70000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-35676

Job Title: AIV Manager (Assembly, Integration, and Verification)
Location: Spain

Shape the Future of Space Missions!

We are seeking an experienced AIV Manager to lead the Assembly, Integration, and Verification efforts for cutting-edge space systems. This is a unique opportunity to work on pioneering projects, contributing to innovative technologies that push the boundaries of space exploration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the entire AIV process for satellite systems, ensuring compliance with project requirements and timelines.
  • Develop and execute AIV plans, including integration and test procedures, schedules, and resource allocation.
  • Manage the end-to-end integration and verification of subsystems and payloads, ensuring seamless compatibility.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and external partners.
  • Conduct functional, environmental, and performance testing of systems, documenting results and addressing discrepancies.
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices for quality, safety, and reliability.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all AIV-related activities, providing expertise and resolving technical challenges.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in AIV processes within the space or aerospace sectors.
  • Strong understanding of satellite systems, payloads, and testing methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with integration and environmental testing, including vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMC testing.
  • Excellent leadership and project management skills to oversee teams and ensure milestones are met.
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as ECSS.
  • Problem-solving mindset with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
  • Effective communication skills for collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

  • Contribute to transformative space missions with cutting-edge technology.
  • Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team in a rapidly growing industry.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

If you’re passionate about space systems and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and help shape the next generation of space technology.

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Senior Solutions Engineer Specialist

  • Bethesda, United States
  • Competitive
  • Permanent
  • V-35643

Senior Solutions Engineer Specialist – Global Sales Engineering Group

Holt Executive is excited to partner with a top-tier global Satellite/Space company to recruit a dynamic Senior Solutions Engineer Specialist.

Join an innovative Global Sales Engineering (GSE) team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of satellite and terrestrial communication technologies. This pivotal role focuses on pioneering technical support in both pre- and post-sales activities, focused on advanced satellite and terrestrial communication solutions. You’ll play a strategic part in supporting U.S. regional teams, with your impact expanding globally.

Dive into designing transformative communication solutions, captivating customer presentations, and hands-on demonstrations that not only drive sales but significantly boost customer satisfaction.

Main Responsibilities for the Senior Solutions Engineer Specialist:

  • Design and propose cost-effective communication solutions using the Lightspeed technology based on customer requirements.
  • Validate technical requirements and details, by collaborating closely with Global Sales teams and customer engineering contacts.
  • Lead the preparation and presentation of proposals, actively participating in customer meetings to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
  • Spearhead the identification of new solutions within product portfolio to drive revenue opportunities.
  • Engage directly with customers to manage upgrades, assess network performance, and resolve service issues.
  • Work in tandem with Marketing and Product teams to optimize network capacity utilization.
  • Support project life cycles from design to implementation, ensuring robust solution deployment.
  • Maintain and update engineering databases and information management systems.
  • Represent the company at trade shows, customer events, and technical demonstrations.

Key Experience required for the Senior Solutions Engineer Specialist:

  • Demonstrable experience in systems engineering or connectivity solutions, preferably with a background in Carrier, Mobile Network Operator (MNO), or Wholesale environments.
  • Robust knowledge of telecommunications standards and implementations including MEF 3.0, OSI Layers 1 (Optical, HFC, WDM), 2 & 3 (Switching, STP, VLAN, MPLS, Carrier Ethernet, IP, etc.), network management platforms (SolarWinds, WhatsUp Gold, etc.), and modern cellular networking technologies, 3G/ 4G/ 5G.
  • Proficiency in protocol acceleration, web caching, traffic management, and network security practices.
  • Outstanding analytical skills, capable of managing multiple complex projects and forging strong relationships across teams and with customers.
  • Professional credentials such as Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or Juniper JNCIA/ENT are desirable.
  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Networking, Cloud Computing, or Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience, with a preference for expertise in satellite communications, RF link analysis, and RF hardware.
  • Willingness to travel regionally and internationally to meet business and client needs.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Senior Solutions Engineer Specialist opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.

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Telecommunication Billing Manager

  • South East, Surrey, Redhill, UK
  • Competitive
  • Permanent
  • V-32975-1

Holt Executive has partnered with a leading satellite communications (SATCOM) provider, offering secure voice & data services to a global customer base. They also provide integrated IT & engineering solutions across maritime, enterprise, defence & government sectors.

Our partner is seeking an Telecommunication Billing Manager to manage and oversee the UK monthly billing cycle, including detailed management reporting. This role involves leading the UK Airtime Billing team, handling daily airtime activities, and coordinating with internal and group teams. A strong understanding of products and services as they relate to billing and should be able to produce and analyse airtime reports to support senior management.

As the subject matter expert for NIBS, INSIGHT provisioning, and third-party airtime systems, you will ensure that all billing and provisioning requests are resolved efficiently. Additionally, you will provide support to other airtime teams across the group, ensuring consistency in processes and reporting. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate billing and effective management of airtime processes, contributing to overall operational excellence.

Key responsibilities, skills, and experience for the Telecommunication Billing Manager:

  • Oversee and manage information across NIBS and various systems related to order provisioning, customer accounts, billing profiles, and rates.
  • Maintain and ensure the accuracy of the airtime billing database (NIBS).
  • Process internal and external requests for service activations, deactivations, and package changes, including advising on any Early Termination Fees.
  • Understand and manage airtime processes to ensure timely execution.
  • Handle monthly billing cycles, including configuring provisioning requests, performing daily or weekly checks for errors, and resolving issues before billing runs.
  • Manage invoice processing within the designated timeframe, ensuring accuracy before approval and final issuance to customers.
  • Address and resolve queries promptly and extract analytical reports for billing and activation.
  • Oversee the Freshdesk ticketing system, ensuring all tickets are managed, categorized, and resolved within SLA.
  • Process prepay voucher sales orders, invoices, and voucher deliveries.
  • Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely completion of processes.
  • Provide support and training on internal systems and modules to both internal and external teams.
  • Approve incoming supplier invoices and coordinate with the finance team.
  • Handle complaint escalation and management.
  • Participate in the wider banking team to approve invoices according to Delegation of Authority procedures.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Airtime Billing Manager opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.

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Senior Channel Development/Strategy Manager – EMEA

  • South East, Greater London, London, UK
  • Competitive
  • Permanent
  • V-34564-1

Holt Executive are actively partnered with a leading innovator in navigation and robotics for autonomous systems and sensing solutions, to support with a critical hire for a Senior Channel Development/Strategy Manager – EMEA.

We are seeking a dynamic a dynamic Senior Channel Development/Strategy Manager – EMEA to drive global distribution/ channel strategy. This role is integral to cultivating customer relationships, driving sales through partners, expanding presence, build on brand awareness, and securing new strategic accounts across the region.

You will bring expertise in the APNT industry, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in channel sales management.

 
Key Responsibilities below for the Senior Channel Development/Strategy Manager – EMEA:

Channel Strategy Development:

  • Create and execute a channel sales strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Identify and onboard potential channel partners, including distributors, resellers, and technology partners.
  • Analyse market trends, customer needs, and competitors to optimize channel strategies.

Channel Partner Management:

  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key channel partners.
  • Oversee onboarding, training, and development of partners to ensure successful promotion and solution sales.
  • Serve as the primary contact for channel-related matters, offering prompt support and resolution.

Sales Growth & Revenue Generation:

  • Drive revenue growth by achieving and exceeding sales targets through channel partners.
  • Monitor and analyse channel performance, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with partners on business plans and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure aligned with business goals.

Sales Enablement & Training:

  • Provide sales training, technical guidance, and product knowledge to channel partners.
  • Partner with marketing and product teams to develop sales tools and promotional materials.
  • Ensure partners are updated on product features, benefits, and industry trends.

Forecasting & Reporting:

  • Deliver accurate sales forecasts and activity reports to senior management.
  • Maintain insights into the sales pipeline and partner performance metrics.
  • Utilize CRM tools to manage partner accounts and track opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with GTM leaders and internal teams (R&D, Marketing, Product, Customer Support), playing a fundamental role in shaping the GTM strategy, to align channel sales efforts with overall company strategy.
  • Incorporate partner feedback into product development and value proposition improvements.
  • Partner with marketing to execute channel-focused campaigns and events.

Key experience & qualifications for the Senior Channel Development/Strategy Manager – EMEA:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; MBA is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • Over 10 years of experience in channel sales, partner management, or business development ideally within the APNT or technology sectors.
  • Proven success in consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets in a channel sales environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of the APNT industry, including market dynamics, key players, and emerging trends.
  • Willingness to travel for partner meetings and industry events.
  • Domain experience in Aerospace, Defense, Surveying, Autonomous Vehicles/Robotics, and Maritime/Subsea markets is highly beneficial.

If your qualifications and experience align with this Senior Channel Development/Strategy Manager – EMEA opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.

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Recruitment Assistant – Resourcer

  • South East, West Sussex, Horsham, UK
  • £24000 - £28000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-35105

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a Resourcing Assistant to join their HR and Talent team. As a Resourcing Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Resourcing Business Partner to ensure a seamless recruitment process for both candidates and hiring managers. This position combines administrative precision, interpersonal engagement, and the chance to develop skills that are highly valued in the HR and recruitment sectors.

Are you passionate about connecting people with opportunities and building meaningful relationships? This is your chance to step into a role that offers a springboard into the world of recruitment, talent acquisition, and human resources. Whether you’re starting your career or looking to expand your skills, this opportunity provides a blend of hands-on experience, professional growth, and exposure to dynamic HR and Recruitment projects within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with hiring managers to prepare effective and inclusive job descriptions.
  • Advertise vacancies through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and job boards.
  • Screen external applicants and manage candidate progression via the ATS.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews, maintaining the interview schedule and ensuring a consistent process.
  • Conduct competency-based interviews and gather post-interview feedback.
  • Manage offer processes, including verbal offers, offer letters, and contracts.
  • Oversee the onboarding process, acting as the main point of contact for new starters.
  • Maintain recruitment trackers and manage the recruitment inbox.
  • Participate in HR and resourcing team projects, contributing to continuous improvement.

Key Experience

  • Degree-level qualifications or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to thrive in an office environment.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

  • Familiarity with ATS systems.
  • Previous exposure to a recruitment environment.

Why Join?

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements and early Friday finishes.
  • Competitive benefits, including matched pension contributions, income protection, and life assurance.
  • Access to wellbeing initiatives, gym discounts, and regular social activities.
  • Learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
  • A collaborative environment that champions integrity, teamwork, excellence, and courage.

This role is more than a job – it’s a pathway to shaping your future in recruitment and HR. Ready to start your journey? Apply today!

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Space Systems Engineering Manager

  • South East, Oxfordshire, Oxford, UK
  • £85000 - £95000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid, flexible working, private healthcare, & more!
  • Permanent
  • V-33122-1

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space Sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Space Systems Engineering Manager to lead a highly talented, passionate team on all space system engineering activities. This role will have overarching management responsibility for the spacecraft systems team; ensuring everyone works together to deliver appropriate solutions, to schedule and cost, across all projects.

The company are fast-growing, and you will have the platform to expand on your experience and develop your skills further to enable your team to deliver amazing results and make a difference every day, by driving missions forward.
 
Responsibilities for the Space Systems Engineering Manager:

  • Leadership and technical mentoring to the systems engineering group.
  • Line management of Systems Team Leads.
  • Manage hiring on a permanent and temporary basis, including outsourcing etc.
  • Review scoping and costing for new project work packages.
  • Review and communicate work package, and other plans, within the group and to Project Managers, including any technical or schedule risks.
  • Ensure the quality of standards and procedures within the Systems Group.
  • Define, map and propose relevant processes and procedures.
  • Provide input and guidance to the technology roadmap for Systems.

Essential Skills required by the Space Systems Engineering Manager:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
  • Excellent knowledge of systems engineering standards and space industry standards.
  • The ability to appropriately tailor and adapt standard engineering practises to a lean and fast-paced engineering development environment.
  • Working technical knowledge of various space- and ground- segment subsystems and specialist functions, particularly orbital mechanics and AOCS/GNC.
  • 10+ years’ experience of systems engineering within the commercial space industry.
  • 5+ years’ recent experience in a line management role.
  • Experienced and enthusiastic people manager, with a focus on leading and building strong teams, able to put the team and plan interests first.

 
Benefits

  • Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Hybrid working available.
  • Optional (9-day working fortnight).
  • 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday.
  • Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
  • Private healthcare.
  • Relocation allowance.
  • Visa sponsorship for employees considered.
  • New state of the art office and cleanroom facility.

If your skills and experience match this Space Systems Engineering Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply now.

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Bid Manager

  • Vlaams Brabant, Leuven, Belgium
  • €55000 - €65000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-33050-1

Holt Executive are proud to be working with a growing company who empower satellites with next-gen agility and aim to become the leader in satellite attitude control by 2030. They are seeking an innovative Bid Manager to join our dynamic, multidimensional team. You’ll collaborate on cutting-edge projects, from motion control technologies to space mission innovations.

What They Offer:

  • Opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse team
  • A pivotal role in scalable space solutions
  • Competitive salary and growth opportunities

Skills:

  • You can engage on a technical level with project stakeholder & team members (i.e. understand the key drivers of a technical task, help trading off solutions & alternatives, support the compromises & decision making with engineers)
  • You thrive in the dynamic environment of a small company (< 20 people) where decisions can be made quickly with the founders and the team.
  • You are willing grow in the company as it expand internationally and help setup teams abroad.
  • Write successful bids for ESA and European Commission 
  • Experience within the space sector

Who They Hire:

They hire people who are not averse to taking risks – they do not hold back their employees in any way when those risky initiatives fail. They don’t hire people for a specific task and will not hemmed in by role definition or organizational structure. Their team members are encouraged to test their own ideas and they are looking for people who don’t keep quiet when they disagree with something, people who get bored easily and need to discover and learn a lot. They aim at hiring people who are multidimensional, combining technical depth with business savvy and creative flair.

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Space Systems Engineering Manager

  • South East, Oxfordshire, Oxford, UK
  • £85000 - £95000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid, flexible working, private healthcare, & more!
  • Permanent
  • V-33122-1

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space Sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Space Systems Engineering Manager to lead a highly talented, passionate team on all space system engineering activities. This role will have overarching management responsibility for the spacecraft systems team; ensuring everyone works together to deliver appropriate solutions, to schedule and cost, across all projects.

The company are fast-growing, and you will have the platform to expand on your experience and develop your skills further to enable your team to deliver amazing results and make a difference every day, by driving missions forward.
 
Responsibilities for the Space Systems Engineering Manager:

  • Leadership and technical mentoring to the systems engineering group.
  • Line management of Systems Team Leads.
  • Manage hiring on a permanent and temporary basis, including outsourcing etc.
  • Review scoping and costing for new project work packages.
  • Review and communicate work package, and other plans, within the group and to Project Managers, including any technical or schedule risks.
  • Ensure the quality of standards and procedures within the Systems Group.
  • Define, map and propose relevant processes and procedures.
  • Provide input and guidance to the technology roadmap for Systems.

Essential Skills required by the Space Systems Engineering Manager:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
  • Excellent knowledge of systems engineering standards and space industry standards.
  • The ability to appropriately tailor and adapt standard engineering practises to a lean and fast-paced engineering development environment.
  • Working technical knowledge of various space- and ground- segment subsystems and specialist functions, particularly orbital mechanics and AOCS/GNC.
  • 10+ years’ experience of systems engineering within the commercial space industry.
  • 5+ years’ recent experience in a line management role.
  • Experienced and enthusiastic people manager, with a focus on leading and building strong teams, able to put the team and plan interests first.

 
Benefits

  • Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Hybrid working available.
  • Optional (9-day working fortnight).
  • 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday.
  • Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
  • Private healthcare.
  • Relocation allowance.
  • Visa sponsorship for employees considered.
  • New state of the art office and cleanroom facility.

If your skills and experience match this Space Systems Engineering Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply now.

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AIV Manager

  • Bilbao, Spain
  • €50000 - €70000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-35676

Job Title: AIV Manager (Assembly, Integration, and Verification)
Location: Spain

Shape the Future of Space Missions!

We are seeking an experienced AIV Manager to lead the Assembly, Integration, and Verification efforts for cutting-edge space systems. This is a unique opportunity to work on pioneering projects, contributing to innovative technologies that push the boundaries of space exploration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the entire AIV process for satellite systems, ensuring compliance with project requirements and timelines.
  • Develop and execute AIV plans, including integration and test procedures, schedules, and resource allocation.
  • Manage the end-to-end integration and verification of subsystems and payloads, ensuring seamless compatibility.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and external partners.
  • Conduct functional, environmental, and performance testing of systems, documenting results and addressing discrepancies.
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices for quality, safety, and reliability.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all AIV-related activities, providing expertise and resolving technical challenges.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in AIV processes within the space or aerospace sectors.
  • Strong understanding of satellite systems, payloads, and testing methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with integration and environmental testing, including vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMC testing.
  • Excellent leadership and project management skills to oversee teams and ensure milestones are met.
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as ECSS.
  • Problem-solving mindset with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
  • Effective communication skills for collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

  • Contribute to transformative space missions with cutting-edge technology.
  • Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team in a rapidly growing industry.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

If you’re passionate about space systems and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and help shape the next generation of space technology.

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