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Innovation Management Officer
2018-11-06 10:30:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 055 The Strategy and Innovation team integrates the overall ESA space exploration strategy, supports the preparation of future space exploration missions, implements actions aimed at integrating space exploration into the society and promoting global cooperation as well as develops and implements a comprehensive innovation plan for space exploration. The innovation plan aims in particular at commercializing services or products in support of utilisation of ISS and future research platforms in Low Earth Orbit as well as missions to Moon and Mars. Under the direct authority of the Lead of the Strategy and Innovation Team, you will be responsible for developing and managing assigned commercial partnerships and implementing actions aimed at promoting commercialisation of elements of the European Space Exploration Envelope Programme. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include During the commercial partnership development phase Supporting the implementation of the endtoend process for soliciting, maturing and evaluating the commercial partnership. Developing, in close liaison with the commercial partner and all relevant ESA internal organizational units, the project implementation plan for the commercial partnership governing activities conducted during the pilot phase. Coordinating the implementation of technical and programmatic reviews conducted during the pilot phase. Ensuring close coordination with all organizational units supporting the technical evaluation and maturation of the commercial partnership, consistent with the commercial partnership project implementation plan. Coordinating the socioeconomic impact assessment of the commercial partnership. Supporting the implementation of the ESA internal Integrated Project Review. Developing the review dossier for the Commercial Partnership Evaluation Panel. During the commercial partnership implementation phase Managing the overall implementation of the commercial partnership and coordinating and monitoring all ESA internal support provided and procurements initiated in support of the commercial partnerships. Identifying and assessing opportunities for advancing objectives of ESA programmes through the utilisation of commercial partner services for applications, science and research, technology demonstration and education. Coordinating the overall ESA utilisation of commercial services provided by selected commercial partnerships. Monitoring the implementation of the commercial partnership and developing inputs for annual status report to the PBHME. Acting as secretary of the commercial partnership governance board. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory You have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, a scientific discipline and or business administration. You have a good knowledge of the European and international space exploration policies, plans and programmes. You have demonstrated experience in structuring partnerships and track record of successfully implemented marketing campaigns. You have outstanding skills in innovation and creativity, system and broader business thinking, communication, teamwork and relationship management and customer focus. You have strong planning and organization skills and a demonstrated ability to achieve excellent results under time pressure. You have a demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary and international teams. You are able to cope with pressure and deadlines. You have excellent technical writing skills. You are fluent in English knowledge of other member state language is an asset. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 27112018. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above. About RHEA Group RHEA Group is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT and NATO.
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