Head of MAITE

Head of MAITE (Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration and Testing)

Location: Athens, Greece 
Salary: €90k – €110k 
Industry: Satellite Manufacturing
Work Model: On-site (5 days/week, potential for 1 day remote)

The Mission

Are you ready to lead the industrialization and ramp-up of a fast-growing satellite manufacturer? We are looking for a Head of MAITE to spearhead spacecraft manufacturing operations in Athens. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will transition complex satellite projects from design to full-scale production.

What You'll Do

• Lead the entire Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) and manufacturing lifecycle.

• Drive the industrialization strategy for next-generation spacecraft.

• Oversee technical teams and ensure rigorous quality and performance standards.

• Manage a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of the Mediterranean.

What You Bring

• Space Industry Veteran: You must have a solid background in the Space industry (Satellites preferred).

• Deep Experience: 15+ years of professional experience, with a heavy focus on AIT, Manufacturing, or Production.

• Leadership Prowess: Proven track record in leading AIT projects or large-scale manufacturing teams.

• Technical Roots: A career built on hands-on technical roles, ideally with some knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF).

• Citizenship: EU citizenship is preferred due to security clearance requirements.

Why Athens?

Beyond the role, you'll be joining a burgeoning aerospace hub in one of Europe's most historic cities.