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Director of Bids for Space and Defense Projects

Hybrid in Zamudio·Added 4 months ago (last checked 2 Nov)

SENER

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Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Zamudio
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
Master's degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, life insurance, meal vouchers

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar.

  • At least 5 years of experience in project engineering within the aerospace and defense sector.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience leading the preparation of technical-economic bids in complex industrial sectors (aerospace, space, defense, automotive, railway, energy, robotics, etc.).

  • Advanced level of English.

Nice to have

  • Experience in the following areas will be valued:

    · Preparation and coordination of complex proposals.

    · Technical-economic project management.

    · Risk analysis and planning.

    · Industrial cost estimation.

    · Relations with institutional clients and major integrators.

    · National and international tendering processes.

    · Technical or programmatic project direction.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What we offer you:

These are some of the benefits you will enjoy at Sener:

  • You will have the opportunity to participate in innovative, high-tech international projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary and highly qualified team.

  • You will enjoy better management of your time through our flexible working hours and remote work policies.

  • You can optimize your salary with our flexible compensation plan (meal card, private health insurance, childcare vouchers...) and you will have life and accident insurance.

  • We will take care of you with our physical and emotional well-being program, which includes sports, workshops, etc.

  • We will boost your professional development with technical, skills, and language training, etc., so you can keep growing and achieving your goals.

The role

At Sener, we wish to incorporate an Bid Director for Space and Defense Projects into our team at our Zamudio workplace.

We are an engineering company pioneering the design of satellite technology and equipment for space exploration. In Defense, we tackle the design and production of equipment and systems, including unmanned ones. Our passion for precision has led us to become trusted partners of the main space agencies, government bodies, and companies.

The selected candidate will join to lead the preparation and coordination of technical-economic bids for Defense and Space projects, ensuring competitive, technically sound proposals aligned with client requirements and company strategy.

What you'll do

· Leadership and coordination of proposals for Defense and Space programs from the opportunity phase through to client negotiation.

· Client liaison during the bid phase, ensuring proper understanding and alignment of technical, programmatic, and contractual requirements.

· Coordination of multidisciplinary teams (mechanics, electronics, software, production, procurement, quality, etc.) for proposal development.

· Definition of the high-level technical solution in collaboration with the heads of the different product lines.

· Preparation and consolidation of technical and commercial documentation associated with the bid.

· Coordination of cost estimates, scheduling, risks, and industrial strategy for the proposal.

· Preparation and leadership of internal bid reviews and support for approval processes.

· Analysis of tender documents, specifications, and client requirements.

· Management of risks and opportunities associated with proposals.

· Participation in business development activities and capture strategy.

· Support for technical and contractual negotiation with clients and industrial partners.

· Coordination of bids with national and international partners in collaborative programs.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Apply

  2. Screening

  3. Introductory call

  4. Interviews

  5. Job offer

  6. Onboarding

About SENER

SENER is a global engineering and technology group headquartered in Getxo (Bilbao), Spain, with a strong presence in the aerospace, defense, energy, and infrastructure sectors. The company provides engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, as well as specialized consulting, with a workforce of over 5,000 employees worldwide. SENER is known for its work on complex projects, including space systems, offshore wind energy, and large-scale data centers.

In Spain, SENER has a major engineering hub with offices in Bilbao, Madrid, and Barcelona, employing a significant number of engineers. The company is a key player in the Spanish engineering landscape and actively recruits international talent, offering roles in English and Spanish. For international professionals, SENER provides an opportunity to work on high-profile projects in Spain, such as data centers, aerospace, and energy infrastructure, with a collaborative and technically demanding work culture.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1965
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Getxo, Spain
In Spain
Getxo, Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • SENER is a Spanish company, so international hires will need a work visa, which the company typically sponsors.
  • The company's working language is Spanish, but English is widely used in engineering and technical teams, especially on international projects.
  • SENER offers opportunities to work on large-scale, high-profile projects like the Spanish high-speed rail network and offshore wind farms.
  • The engineering culture is project-based and rigorous, with a strong focus on technical excellence and safety.
  • International hires may find the relocation process to Spain straightforward, with the company providing support for visas and onboarding.

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Additional information

  • We promote equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion for all people, and we are certified as a Family-Responsible Entity (efr).

If you identify with our values and want to join a leading international family-owned engineering firm, we look forward to meeting you! We want to go as far as you want to go.

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