Head of MAITE (Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration
and Testing) Location: Valencia, Spain Salary: €90k – €110k Work
Model: On-site 5 days a week (Possible 1 day remote) Industry:
Satellite Manufacturing Language: English The Mission We are
seeking a high-caliber Head of MAITE to join a fast-growing
satellite manufacturer in Valencia. This is a pivotal leadership
role focused on driving the industrialization and ramp-up of
spacecraft manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for
leading the transition from complex designs to scalable production.
What You'll Do Lead Operations: Oversee the entire Manufacturing,
Assembly, Integration, and Testing (MAITE) lifecycle for advanced
satellite systems. Industrialize: Drive the strategy for scaling up
production and optimizing manufacturing workflows. Team Leadership:
Provide extensive leadership for AIT projects, managing technical
teams in a fast-paced environment. Technical Excellence: Utilize




your hands-on technical background to ensure mission success and
high-quality spacecraft output. Must-Have Criteria Space Industry
Expertise: You must have a strong background in the Space industry,
ideally specifically with Satellites. Senior Experience: A minimum
of 15+ years of professional experience. Core Competencies:
Extensive experience in AIT, Assembly, or Production/Manufacturing
within the Space sector. Leadership Track Record: Proven experience
leading complex space projects (Head of or Lead roles). Technical
Skillset: Career-long hands-on technical roles with knowledge of
Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) being a significant advantage.
Citizenship: EU citizenship is preferred to facilitate security
clearance checks. Why Valencia? Valencia offers a world-class
quality of life combined with a rapidly expanding aerospace
sector.

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