ppAre you an Artificial Intelligence professional with a passion for innovation?
/ppDo you excel at transferring knowledge, mentoring teams and scouting cutting-edge AI applications?
Would you like to apply your AI expertise to Space, one of the fastest growing and most strategic industries in Europe?
/ppWe are looking for a highly skilled AI Program Manager to join our StrategyInnovation team!
/ph3ABOUT US /h3pESYEN is an engineering company providing advanced services to the Space Industry, working with major international customers and agencies such as EUSPA and ESA.
/ppSince ****, we have played an active role in all the main European Space Programmes, including Earth Observation, Navigation, Space Situational Awareness and Secure Satcom.
/ppOur team has a solid track record in delivering Ground Segment services across major EU Space Programmes.
ESYEN operates in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, with a strong commitment to innovation and service quality.
/ppThe position is based at the ESYEN offices in Avezzano (AQ) and Rome, Italy.
/ppPartial remote working may be possible depending on objectives and project requirements.
/ph3WHAT WE LOOK FOR /h3p?bEducation /b /pulliDegree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, AI or a related technical discipline /li /ulp?bTechnical Skills /b /pulliProven expertise in AI/ML development and deployment (any sector) /liliKnowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs),Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and Generative AI techniques /liliMotivation to apply AI to the space domain (satellite operations, ground segments, space data) /liliExperience in designing and delivering training programmes on AI technologies to technical and non-technical teams /liliAbility to scout and assess AI-driven market opportunities /liliFamiliarity with data governance, ethics and security in AI /liliUnderstanding of cloud platforms, APIs and AI integration within complex systems /li /ulp?bProfessional Experience Soft Skills /b /pulliProven experience in AI-related roles (consulting, RD, product, any industry) /liliStrong analytical abilities and business acumen /liliExcellent communication skills,



able to translate complex concepts into actionable plans /liliStrong project management skills, preferably with experience in Agile, Scrum, or other methodologies.
/liliAbility to work autonomously while also contributing as a team leader/mentor /liliFluent in English (spoken and written); other EU languages are a plus /liliEligibility to work in the EU and obtain security clearance if required /liliAbility to work effectively in multicultural, fast-paced, remote, or distributed teams.
/li /ulp?bPreferred Additional Qualifications /b /pulliProven experience leading complex AI projects in aerospace, defense, or related high-tech sectors.
/liliUnderstanding of aerospace data sources (e.g., telemetry, sensor data, imaging) and data handling techniques.
/liliCertifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, or industry-specific safety certifications are advantageous.
/liliExperience working with international teams and navigating regulatory landscapes.
/li /ulh3WHAT YOU WILL DO /h3pAs an AI Program Manager at ESYEN, you will serve as the technical leader of our AI team and a key driver of innovation.
Your responsibilities include training AI specialists, defining the AI roadmap, establishing standards for satellite systems and ground segments, and identifying high-impact AI applications for space infrastructure and services.
/ppYou will conduct competitive analyses of AI solutions in the space industry to inform strategic decisions and support the development of innovative business cases.
Additionally, you'll oversee active contracts to ensure the successful delivery of AI products and foster a culture of AI excellence within the company.
/ppCollaborating closely with Business Development, you'll evaluate tenders involving AI and explore new opportunities.
Reporting directly to the Chief Strategy Officer,



you'll regularly engage with the CCO and COO to align AI initiatives with overall corporate strategy, positioning ESYEN as a leader in space industry innovation.
/ppYour main activities will include (but are not limited to): /pulliDesigning and delivering training programmes to upskill internal teams on AI technologies and methodologies.
/liliIntroducing and embedding AI-driven tools and approaches to simplify, automate, and improve internal processes across operations and business support.
/liliCollaborating with engineering teams to integrate AI into satellite control, ground segment operations, anomaly detection, and data exploitation.
/liliDeveloping pilots and proof-of-concepts, including LLM- and RAG-based solutions, for knowledge management, decision support, and anomaly detection.
/liliGenerating and presenting innovative ideas for AI applications in external projects and internal workflows.
/liliSupporting strategic decision-making with data-driven insights.
/li /ulp? This is a unique opportunity to work in a high-tech, mission-critical environment, applying your AI expertise to both the European space sector and the internal transformation of our company.
/ph3BENEFITS /h3pThe successful candidate will be offered a permanent contract and a competitive salary package that reflects your skills and experience, in line with the company's salary scale.
Additional benefits include: /pp? Health coverage as outlined by the national contract /pp? Access to professional development courses /pp? Team-building extracurricular activities /pp? Enhanced annual welfare benefits, exceeding those required by the national contract /pp? Coverage of relocation expenses /pp? Opportunities for career growth within the project and beyond /ppPlease include your CV in English with the authorisation for the processing of personal data in accordance with Regulation (EU) ******** (GDPR) and Italian Legislative Decree ********.
/ppThe offer is open to candidates of all genders in compliance with Law No. ****** and Law No. ******.
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