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Senior Project Manager

On-site in MadridΒ·Added 9 days ago

Indra

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Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Indra doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Senior-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What We Offer:

🌍 Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly.
🀝 Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment where your voice matters.
πŸš€ Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact.
πŸ’‘ People First: A collaborative team that supports and celebrates your success.
πŸ“ˆ Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews to help you grow.
πŸ”’ Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company with a future vision.
🌐 Global Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives.
✈️ Mobility Opportunities: Explore projects across Spain and beyond.
πŸŽ“ Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses.

Requirements

What we're looking for

🎯 Requirements

  • Strong leadership skills managing multidisciplinary teams and multiple suppliers.
  • Solid knowledge of project management methodologies such as PMBOK (advanced), Prince2 (medium), Scrum and Kanban (medium/basic).
  • Experience with project management tools such as MS Project (advanced), Primavera P6 (medium), CA Clarity and Rational (medium), HP PPM and Redmine (basic).
  • Knowledge of systems engineering practices, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and system integration.
  • Experience with PLM tools (Windchill) and requirement management tools (DOORS - advanced).
  • Strong understanding of risk management at both proposal and execution phases.
  • Knowledge of ECSS standards (advanced).
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (expert level).

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with space, defense, or satellite domains (launchers, satellite operations, mission analysis, flight hardware) is a plus.

The role

πŸ›°οΈ Indra Space - Leading the Next Generation of Space Systems 🌌

At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Our ambition? To become a leading company in end-to-end satellite systems, driving innovation in:

πŸš€ Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT)
πŸš€ Secure Communications
πŸš€ Earth Observation & ISR
πŸš€ Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM)
πŸš€ Science & space exploration

As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach-from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. With the integration of Deimos and strategic participation in Hispasat and Hisdesat, we are scaling Europe's space autonomy and contributing to flagship programs like IRISΒ², Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus.

πŸ” What We're Looking For
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong "Prime" mindset and proven expertise leading large-scale, complex projects. The ideal candidate will coordinate multiple stakeholders and clients in the space field, while managing multidisciplinary teams, partners, and suppliers.

Experience in space programs is desirable, though not mandatory. A solid capability to operate as a Prime Contractor with full accountability across technical, cost, and schedule dimensions is essential.

What you'll do

πŸ“Œ Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage large-scale projects as Prime/Coordinator, ensuring alignment across multiple clients and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and a wide ecosystem of providers and technological partners.
  • Define project planning structures (WBS/EDT), schedules, and resource allocation.
  • Oversee project execution, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
  • Identify and manage project risks (technical, cost, and schedule), including mitigation planning.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate processes, objectives, and performance metrics.
  • Manage budgets, perform cost control, and assess project profitability.
  • Drive communication with diverse stakeholders, adapting messaging to different audiences.
  • Contribute to the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies within projects.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. RevisiΓ³n de tu perfil

  2. Primera toma de contacto

    With an equipo de selecciΓ³n Β· Phone call Β· 5–10 min

    Breve llamada para conocerte y resolver dudas.

  3. Entrevista tΓ©cnica

    With an el equipo

    ReuniΓ³n con el equipo, que explica el proyecto y las tareas diarias y explora tus conocimientos tΓ©cnicos; puede incluir breves pruebas de competencias e inglΓ©s.

  4. Oferta y bienvenida

  • La entrevista tΓ©cnica puede incluir breves pruebas de competencias psicolΓ³gicas e inglΓ©s si es necesario.
  • La primera llamada puede llegar desde un nΓΊmero desconocido.

Hiring process

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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

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

Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of our workforce and guaranteeing equal opportunities in recruitment, training and promotion. We provide a workplace free from any form of discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

INDRA is a Top Employer 2026! Join a company certified as one of the best employers in Spain, thanks to our comprehensive HR management and the working conditions we offer our professionals.

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