Requirements: English
Company: Starion
Region: Frascati , Lazio
Are you looking for a new opportunity to take yourcareer to a higher orbit? To join an international group with asuccessful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to yourcareer ambitions and in which you could have an impact for theyears to come? We are looking for a Project Controller to workideally at ESRINs premises in Frascati, Italy; however workingfrom ESTECs base in Noordwijk, Netherlands, is also possible. Inthis role, you will perform a range of project control tasks,interacting with other key stakeholders inside the European SpaceAgency (such as Finance and Procurement Services), and also outsidethe Agency. About the client and location The ESA Centre for EarthObservation (ESRIN) is the European Space Agencys (ESA) base inFrascati, Italy. From this location ESA conducts most of theirearth observation research, including data analysis anddistribution for other non-ESA satellites. The European SpaceResearch and Technology Centre (ESTEC) is the European SpaceAgencys (ESA) base in Noordwijk, the Netherlands. As ESAs largesttest centre, it is responsible for the majority of space technologyand spacecraft development through varying phases of production.This position is open to protected categories under Italian Law68/99 (Rules for the right to work of disabled people). Questaposizione e aperta alle categorie protette L. 68/99. Tasks andactivities The scope of work will include: - Preparing,administrating and monitoring of Project procurement actions(Contracts, Purchase Orders, etc.) within ESA SAP system (ESA-P) orother tools as required. - Support the preparation, maintenance andreporting on the overall programmatic aspects of theproject/programmes activities. - Support the preparation,maintenance and reporting on status of the project Cost AtCompletion, including annual cost plans and manpower planning. -Supporting programme/project level risk management. Skills andexperience The following skills and experience are mandatory: -Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent, or MBA, or equivalentuniversity degree from a recognised Institution of secondarystudies or equivalent qualification in Business Administration. -At least 4 years of relevant work experience. - Experience as auser of SAP and in particular ECC and SRM modules. - Knowledge ofproject control methods. - Knowledge of Milestone Payment Plans. -Advance usage of Microsoft Excel. - Ability to rapidly understandand adapt to ESA specific context and environment including ESAcorporate IT applications. - Desire to work both autonomously andas part of a team, in an international multicultural environment. -Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communicationskill. - Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge ofanother official ESA language is an asset. The following skills andexperience would be highly desirable: - Familiarity with relevantESA corporate applications e.g. ESA-P). - Knowledge of ESA procureto pay process. - Past experience with ESA in relevant activities.- Knowledge of Power BI and Power Query. - Knowledge of PowerAutomate and Microsoft 365. Why should you apply? - You will havethe opportunity to work within leading space organisations acrossEurope. - We encourage everyone to think outside the box and topush the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is anopportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for adeeper understanding of the industry. - To be part of a companythat values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration. -Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique careeropportunities, including working in other countries; access totraining and development programmes; flexible relocation support.We welcome applications from people with disabilities, members ofethnic minorities, all genders, LGBTQ+ individuals and ex-servicepersonnel. About Starion Starion is one of two new legal entitiesrebranded from the RHEA Group, focused on space consultancy andspace engineering services and solutions. Starion providesengineering expertise and solutions for space, defence and othercritical infrastructures across Europe, pushing the boundaries ofinnovation. Our teams work on world-leading space projects thatdeliver the pioneering missions that provide us with theinformation and technologies we use today. Starion offers overthree decades of expertise in professional engineering services,developing and operating systems and solutions tailored to ourclients needs. By combining space and system engineering withestablished and emerging technologies, such as AI and quantum, weproduce innovative solutions that make a fundamental difference forour clients and for society. Starion employees are located acrossEurope, close to our clients offices, enabling us to be responsiveand agile. Our engineers and researchers are among the most trustedand respected in the industry, helping build space-based s