Head of MAITE

About the position

Head of MAITE (Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration and Testing) Location: Valencia, Spain Salary: €90k – €110k Work Model: On-site 5 days a week (Possible 1 day remote) Industry: Satellite Manufacturing Language: English The Mission We are seeking a high-caliber Head of MAITE to join a fast-growing satellite manufacturer in Valencia. This is a pivotal leadership role focused on driving the industrialization and ramp-up of spacecraft manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for leading the transition from complex designs to scalable production. What You'll Do Lead Operations: Oversee the entire Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, and Testing (MAITE) lifecycle for advanced satellite systems. Industrialize: Drive the strategy for scaling up production and optimizing manufacturing workflows. Team Leadership: Provide extensive leadership for AIT projects, managing technical teams in a fast-paced environment. Technical Excellence: Utilize your hands-on technical background to ensure mission success and high-quality spacecraft output. Must-Have Criteria Space Industry Expertise: You must have a strong background in the Space industry, ideally specifically with Satellites. Senior Experience: A minimum of 15+ years of professional experience. Core Competencies: Extensive experience in AIT, Assembly, or Production/Manufacturing within the Space sector. Leadership Track Record: Proven experience leading complex space projects (Head of or Lead roles). Technical Skillset: Career-long hands-on technical roles with knowledge of Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) being a significant advantage. Citizenship: EU citizenship is preferred to facilitate security clearance checks. Why Valencia? Valencia offers a world-class quality of life combined with a rapidly expanding aerospace sector.

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