Program Manager

Role highlights: Program Manager - Finland Location: Espoo, Finland Department: Missions Programs Reports to: VP, Missions Programme Management Employment type: Permanent Workplace model: Hybrid Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Why this role matters: As a Mission Program Manager, you’ll deliver a complex Satellite Mission program end-to-end, ensuring customer success, on-time execution, and scalable delivery excellence. You will ensure the full lifecycle of customer missions—from contract execution through delivery—acting as the central orchestrator across engineering, product, operations, and commercial teams. Your role is to ensure programs deliver against commitments while building strong, trusted customer relationships. This role directly contributes to ICEYE’s ambition to become the leading provider of space-based ISR infrastructure by scaling reliable, high-impact mission delivery globally. Who We Are ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Expected outcomes Deliver assigned Satellite Mission programs on time, within budget, and to agreed performance standards Build and maintain trusted, long-term customer relationships, acting as the primary interface throughout program execution and supporting Customer Success Management activities Establish and drive clear program plans (scope, milestones, resources, financials) aligned with internal and customer objectives Identify, manage, and resolve risks, dependencies, and escalations to ensure uninterrupted program delivery Orchestrate cross-functional execution across engineering, product, operations, and commercial teams Support the implementation of scalable program management practices that improve delivery reliability and efficiency across Missions Establish effective reporting structure and communication channels and mechanisms to ensure timely and accurate information flow among program team members, stakeholders, and senior leadership What we’re looking for Must haves: 5–10 years’ experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programs in advanced technology environments (e.g. space, defence, telecom, automotive, IT) Strong customer-facing capability, including managing senior stakeholders and complex requirements Proven leadership of cross-functional teams to deliver aligned outcomes Expertise in end-to-end program management (planning, execution, governance across scope, schedule, budget, and risk) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in uncertain environments Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Proven Customer Success capabilities Degree in business, engineering, or a related field Must have or be able to get Finnish security clearance Nice to haves: Experience working on satellite or similarly complex system programs Experience with governmental or defense customers Knowledge of hardware, software, or embedded systems development Experience in product development environments Master’s degree in business, engineering, or a relevant field PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification Application Process Initial interview with Talent Attraction Hiring Manager interview with Missions Program Director Case study interview Final interview with SVP Missions References Working at ICEYE At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win. How We Work (Our Values) Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. Act as one team: We win together. Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Benefits Our benefits vary by location. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Apply now to start your ICEYE journey. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.