R&D Technical Project Manager

Description:

We are looking for an R&D Technical Project Manager to drive early-stage engineering projects and technology initiatives.

The role combines hands-on engineering, technical investigation, supplier engagement, and project ownership. You will work on new challenges in the space domain, evaluate technical alternatives, reduce uncertainty, and help mature ideas into clear engineering directions.

• B.Sc. or higher in Engineering or another relevant technical field.
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably working on complex, multidisciplinary systems or R&D projects.
• Strong engineering judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently drive technical work in an environment with incomplete or evolving requirements.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and technical domains.
• Ability to independently engage suppliers and external technical partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Lead early-stage R&D and engineering projects, from initial exploration through feasibility and recommendation.
• Investigate new technologies, solutions, and system concepts.
• Define and execute feasibility studies, technical evaluations, experiments, and PoCs.
• Identify key technical risks, unknowns, and trade-offs.
• Develop initial concepts, requirements, and technical scopes.
• Independently identify relevant suppliers, vendors, and external partners.
• Proactively approach suppliers, lead technical discussions, and evaluate proposed solutions.
• Work with engineering experts across hardware, software, mechanical, optics, RF, and other disciplines.
• Support projects with technical studies, preliminary design work, and SOW preparation.
• Present findings and provide clear recommendations for Go / No-Go / Next Phase decisions.