Planning and Scheduling Officer

Job Introduction

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies and New Space ventures who want to scale their businesses/organizations with skilled talent.

We are seeking a Planning and Scheduling Officer to work on our Customers Site (ESA-ESTEC) in the Netherlands. This is a fantastic opportunity to get into one of the most sought after space agencies in the world.

The position is full time with fixed term contract duration until 31.12.2026.

Role Responsibility

As Planning and Scheduling Officer​ you will concentrate your activities on the following:

• Participate in the establishment of, baseline schedules with the Project(s) andt he various mission elements (ground segment, spacecraft, payload).
• Support the Project Manager and Project Controller during schedule meetings with industry.
• Produce schedule reports including synthetic working schedule, identify critical items and problem areas
• Produce trend charts and critical path analysis charts
• Participate in cost at completion exercises.
• Consolidate inputs for the programme level overall schedule, production of reports and trend charts to enable programme level analysis.
• Provide ad hoc schedule analysis when serious deviations occur and as requested by project teams.
• Train ESA teams on schedule tools where needed.

Successful Candidate

Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent University degree from a recognised institution of secondary studies or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, with relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated expertise with the use of modern schedule software tools (at least both MS Project, Primavera).
• Expertise with the techniques that allow the use of such software tools to provide active schedule management and best scheduling practices.
• Experience with the schedule peculiarities of spacecraft development is an asset.
• Proactivity, good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact effectively with the technical personnel in our projects and colleagues of different backgrounds (engineering, management, legal).
• Capability to summarise and present complex information to colleagues and senior management in a concise and clear manner.
• Capability to work autonomously and at the same time be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Problem solving mind set and high capacity to deliver are highly considered.
• Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in EU.

Package Description

What we offer if you join our amazing team:

• Competitive Salary 

• Corporate Benefits Package 

• Company events

• Access to training 

• Access to the sport and social recreational facilities at ESTEC Escape Recreation Centre

About the Company

Why should you join Serco ?

At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.

Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.

A world of opportunity - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression

Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. We are a company passionate about diversity and inclusion. 

About Serco

Serco Europe has operated in the Netherlands and Spain over the past 30 years, mainly in the field of Space. Serco Netherlands and Spain have a long history of partnership and trust with the European Space Agency (ESA).

In both countries, Serco is proud to deliver the highest calibre of people and services at ESTEC (ESA’s technology and engineering hub) and ESAC (ESA’s Astronomy and Science centre).

At the heart of its business, Serco Netherlands and Spain source, train, care and support employees, enabling them to better pursue their dreams of working in the Space industry in excelling in the delivery of essential public services.

Important:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law.

Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process.

Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. 

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