Head of / Director Product in Orbit Services (F/M)

Head of Product – Massy or Toulouse

Reporting to the Chief In-Orbit Service Officer, you will be responsible for defining and executing the product strategy for the In-Orbit Department.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Team Management – Participate in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of team members. Set objectives, conduct annual performance reviews, and support team development. Lead and manage the team, implement effective processes, and handle conflict situations when necessary.
• Product Strategy – Define and implement the product strategy. Develop deep customer and market understanding to prioritise needs, evaluate the competitive landscape, validate pricing, and anticipate future market trends.
• Roadmap Management – Define and manage the product roadmap. Oversee product evolution and prioritise development in alignment with market dynamics and Exotrail’s business plan. Coordinate execution across teams and define and track product KPIs.
• Commercial & Go-to-Market Strategy – Define the business model, segment the offering, and leverage existing partnerships to support market expansion. Taking into account US market use cases, interaction and incorporating input from the Business Intelligence teams.

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Product Management or the development of space systems. Experience in NewSpace is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of the space sector (orbital mechanics, propulsion, in-orbit operations, etc.).
• Expertise in Orbital Transfer Vehicles (OTV) or In-Orbit Services.
• Proven experience in product management within a deeptech environment.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to align and inspire multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills in both French & English, with a strategic and customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work autonomously in demanding and regulated environments. Experience in a scale-up environment or mindset is a strong advantage.