Launch & Mission Manager (IOS) [F/M]

About Exotrail

Born from a strong ambition to reach for the stars, Exotrail is a fast-growing scale-up founded in 2017. Its mission: to develop and commercialize propulsion systems for small satellites on a global scale.

We design products focused on impact, fast delivery, and continuous improvement. Inspired by the digital world, we are firmly customer-oriented and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit.

We manage risks to push boundaries and achieve results that would not be possible within a traditional space model.

We deploy every necessary resource to support the development of our products, whether in propulsion or in-orbit services. Strengthened by an innovative mindset inherited from our early days, we are preparing to grow into an ambitious industrial company.

Job Description

Exotrail is looking for a Launch & Mission Manager for its In-Orbit Services product line. Within the IOS Mission & Operations team, you will carry a strategic dual responsibility: acting as the face of Exotrail to our Customers and serving as the Launcher Interface for a seamless integration of spacevan onto the launch vehicles. You are the pivot point that transforms commercial intent into operational success.

Customer Mission Management

You will lead the execution of spacehost (hosted payload) and spacedrop (deployable payload) services contracts.

• Single Focal Point: You will support the customer through every milestone: mission integration, technical payload preparation, and operations in orbit.
• 360° Management: You will oversee contractual, programmatic, and technical aspects to ensure customer requirements are met while safeguarding spacevan's integrity.

Launch Integration Management

You will be the designated interface for Launch Service Providers.

• Integration Lead: You will drive the execution of the launch services contract, from initial mission analyses to the final mating of the spacevan to the launcher.
• Deliverables Expert: You will coordinate internal teams to provide critical mission analysis inputs, Range Safety submissions, and launch campaign operational plans.

Internal Synergy

You will work at the heart of a multidisciplinary team (System, Mechanical, Thermal, Avionics, Payload, AIT and Operations) to align customer needs and launcher constraints with our internal technical capabilities.

Preferred Experience

• Education: Engineering degree or equivalent, with a strong aerospace background.
• Experience: At least 5 years in the space industry, with proven experience in project management (direct or cross-functional) and customer interface roles.
• Launch Expertise: In-depth knowledge of launch services or launcher interface.
• Diplomat and Negotiator: Able to find "win-win" solutions in complex technical/commercial scenarios.
• Rigorous and detailed oriented.
• Interpersonal Intelligence: Ability to build high-trust relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken) is mandatory for daily international operations.

Location

The position is open in our offices in Massy or in Toulouse.