Project and Procurement Manager

Our Mission

At constellr were harnessing the power of space to solve one of Earths greatest challenges: climate resilience & security in a changing world. Our thermal satellite constellation delivers the most accurate land surface temperature data on the market equipping commercial players governments defence agencies and global institutions with the thermal intelligence they need to make strategic decisions from national security and infrastructure to agriculture and climate resilience.

As a fast-scaling company with offices in Brussels Freiburg Munich Washington and Toulouse our multidisciplinary team of engineers scientists and strategists is building the future of space-based Earth observation

Location: Munich or Berlin - Hybrid set up with travel required.
Team & Reporting Line: Program Management Team Reports to Lead Project & Procurement Manager

Your Role

We are seeking an experienced Project & Procurement Manager to strengthen our Program Management function with a strong focus on institutional government-backed and publicly funded programs particularly within the German and broader European space ecosystem.

This is a pivotal role in constellrs next growth phase. You will ensure excellence in program execution and procurement within a highly regulated stakeholder-driven environment. Working at the intersection of engineering supply chain and public institutions you will help deliver satellite programs that meet the highest standards of quality compliance and reliability aligned with German and European institutional expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex satellite programs with a strong emphasis on institutional and government-funded initiatives (e.g. DLR ESA national programs).

• Ensure end-to-end program execution excellence including schedule cost risk and quality management in line with institutional and defence-grade standards (e.g. ISO/AS9100).

• Develop and implement scalable procurement strategies compliant with public procurement regulations and governance frameworks.

• Build manage and strengthen strategic supplier relationships with a focus on the German industrial ecosystem.

• Lead contract negotiations and placements balancing commercial objectives with institutional and regulatory requirements.

• Serve as a key interface with external stakeholders including agencies prime contractors and public partners.

• Enhance internal processes to ensure auditability traceability and compliance typical of government-backed programs.

• Support future satellite generations by aligning procurement and partnerships with long-term institutional roadmaps.

About You

Essential Experience:

• 5 years of experience in project and procurement management within institutional government-backed or publicly funded programs.

• Strong experience within the German space aerospace or high-tech industrial ecosystem (e.g. DLR ESA programs prime contractors or major suppliers).

• Proven ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder programs with high governance and compliance requirements.

• Solid understanding of public procurement processes contractual frameworks and regulatory environments.

• Experience in satellite manufacturing integration or testing environments is highly desirable.

• Strong negotiation skills in structured high-stakes environments.

• Confidence engaging with senior institutional and governmental stakeholders.

• Fluent German (mandatory) and excellent English communication skills.

• Spacecraft industry experience required; aerospace or automotive backgrounds may be considered.

• German nationality or strong professional integration within the German market is preferred.

Why Join constellr

• Be part of an ambitious mission to launch the worlds first commercial thermal infrared constellation

• Play a defining role in scaling a company at the intersection of space climate and security

• Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options

• Competitive compensation including Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees

• Join a team committed to diversity inclusion scientific excellence and real-world impact