Mission

Lead the execution of strategic programs across Southern Europe, ensuring efficient delivery, alignment with the company’s global strategy, and sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead programs end-to-end (from planning to delivery)
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet requirements
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, finance, legal, operations)
• Define scope, timelines, and KPIs
• Monitor risks and apply best practices in program management

Regional Operations

• Act as the link between regional teams and headquarters
• Standardize processes and reporting across programs
• Provide performance and risk updates to leadership
• Ensure alignment across international and cross-functional teams

Testing & Deployment

• Oversee testing, validation, and system deployment
• Ensure compliance with European and NATO standards
• Translate technical data into actionable insights
• Use operational feedback to improve performance

Business Development Support

• Identify new opportunities in defense and security markets
• Support proposals and go-to-market strategies
• Build relationships with government and industry partners
• Contribute to regional growth strategy

Profile & Requirements

Required

• 8–12 years of experience in project management, operations, or technology
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs
• Strong skills in budget, timeline, and risk management
• Experience working in international, cross-functional environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Mandatory

• Experience with government or defense/security programs in Europe
• Experience scaling operations or new business units
• Ability to work across multiple countries and cultures
• Eligibility to work in the EU
• Ability to meet security and export control requirements

Preferred

• Experience in UAS / ISR / aerospace
• Knowledge of European procurement frameworks
• MBA or MSc