Satellite Business Project Manager

This project manager will lead satellite design and development projects across multiple phases, including communications systems and ground systems. The role coordinates subsystem leads and ensures quality, cost, and delivery targets are maintained while advancing the project and managing the organization.

Responsibilities include planning and monitoring satellite design and development projects, coordinating with department heads to resolve issues and achieve milestones, and managing the overall process, including quality assurance, safety, and risk assessment.

The position supports technical decision-making and develops junior engineers. It also involves partnership activities and external relations connected with technology development, as well as coordination with other departments such as the rocket business, business development, and back-office functions.

The role is based at the company's Tokyo Second Branch in Koto-ku, Tokyo. The posting describes the company as a space startup developing a satellite communications service from Japan. Its satellite business aims to commercialize Direct-to-Device communications, enabling terminals to connect directly with satellites and supporting communications infrastructure in areas not reached by terrestrial networks. The company develops required satellite technologies internally and also works with partners through open innovation.