We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and qualified individual to work in the Directorate of Telecommunication and Integrated Applications (D-TIA) at ESTEC as a: Management Support Administrator

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Data entry into project databases;
• Support the preparation of ARTES work plans;
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and prepare information for subsequent contract negotiations;
• Prepare and register contract actions and purchase orders;
• Monitor the status of inventory;
• Assist with documentation registration and management;
• Support the preparation of cost plans and status reports
• Assess and monitor project activity reports regarding performance and trends;
• Assist the preparation of periodic management reports.

Skills and experience:

• Some practical experience of management accounting and some knowledge of project control or contract management would be useful;
• Good analytical skills and the ability to work with project databases and Excel;
• Good PC skills (Excel, Word);
• Good communication skills, an easy manner and an ability to work under pressure;
• Some experience of ESA and its management systems would be a distinct advantage.

Starting date: September 2009 or as soon as possible thereafter

HE Space Operations is a growing international human resources company specialised in the space market. We have been providing consultancy services in space engineering and business administration for over 25 years. We generally work directly on-site with our principal customers such as the European Space Agency and EADS Astrium.