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Ground and Navigation Space Subcontractor Manager
Hybrid in Ciudad Real·Added 1 month ago
Overview
Job details
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Indra doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Be near Ciudad Real for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Innovative, high-impact projects: Work with cutting-edge technologies on projects with both national and international impact.
- A career plan tailored to you: Designed to support your professional growth and development.
- Autonomy and flexibility: Freedom to organize your work, with a healthy work-life balance adapted to your needs.
- Stability and long-term opportunities: Join a leading company with more than 60,000 professionals and strong financial stability.
- Annual vacation days plus additional personal leave days.
- Open and transparent work environment: Enjoy direct communication with managers and colleagues in a collaborative setting.
- Continuous learning: Access training through Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses available).
- Employee discounts and benefits: Enjoy special offers on gyms, restaurants, retail stores, leisure activities, and much more.
- Corporate shuttle service with different routes connecting work centers located outside Madrid city (only applicable where relevant).
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Experience managing subcontractors within Ground and Navigation space projects.
- Knowledge of procurement and purchasing processes.
- Experience supporting project managers in project execution and coordination activities.
- Ability to identify risks and define mitigation actions related to subcontractor management.
- Experience participating in bid and proposal activities.
- Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
The role
At Indra Group, we develop space technology for the missions of the future.
We drive satellite, Earth observation, communications, and space defense programs, participating in projects that push the boundaries of technological innovation and knowledge.
💻 Join our team working on national and international projects!
What you'll do
We are looking for a Ground and Navigation Space Subcontractor Manager with experience in subcontractor management, procurement processes, and project support activities in the space sector to join projects focused on ensuring the successful coordination, performance, and participation of Ground and Navigation subcontractors throughout project execution and bid activities.
- Manage interactions and coordination with Ground and Navigation subcontractors across project activities.
- Support Project Managers in ensuring project objectives related to subcontractors are achieved.
- Identify risks and propose mitigation actions to address subcontractor-related issues and unforeseen events.
- Participate in bid and proposal activities, ensuring the adequate involvement of subcontractors.
- Follow, coordinate, and ensure compliance with corporate procurement and purchasing procedures.
- Monitor subcontractor performance and support project execution from a subcontract management perspective.
Hiring process
Revisión de tu perfil
Primera toma de contacto
With an equipo de selección · Phone call · 5–10 min
Breve llamada para conocerte y resolver dudas.
Entrevista técnica
With an el equipo
Reunión con el equipo, que explica el proyecto y las tareas diarias y explora tus conocimientos técnicos; puede incluir breves pruebas de competencias e inglés.
Oferta y bienvenida
- La entrevista técnica puede incluir breves pruebas de competencias psicológicas e inglés si es necesario.
- La primera llamada puede llegar desde un número desconocido.
Hiring process
- Profile review: We assess your experience and skills to determine your fit for the role.
- Initial phone conversation (5-10 minutes): If you receive a call from an unknown number, it may be us! A brief conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.
- Technical interview: Meet the team, learn more about the project and day-to-day responsibilities, and discuss your technical expertise. Short assessments in English and competencies may also be conducted if required.
- Talent Acquisition interview: An opportunity for you to get to know us better, our values, career model, skills framework, and culture, while we explore whether there's a mutual fit.
- Offer and onboarding: If everything goes well, you'll join our team and begin this exciting new chapter with us!
Estimated hiring process duration: 2-3 weeks.
About Indra
Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.
In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.
- Industry
- IT and Defense
- Founded
- 1993
- Employees
- 50,000+
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas
- Website
- indracompany.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
- The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
- Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
- With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
- Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.
In their own words
Additional information
Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage you to apply, learn more about our opportunity, and show us what you can bring to the team.
As a company, we view equality as a cross-cutting principle and a driver of social change. We are committed to equal treatment and opportunities for all, non-discrimination, pay equity, and work-life balance.
This commitment is reflected in fostering respectful and inclusive workplaces where everyone is treated with dignity, can grow professionally, and has equal opportunities in recruitment, training, and career progression, free from discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.
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