Senior Satellite Constellation Manager

About the role

Planet is seeking a Senior Satellite Constellation Manager to lead its growing CxS business line in the MENA region. The role oversees programs valued over $100 M to build, launch and operate a constellation of Pelican satellites, ensuring they meet customer requirements and deliver high‑quality imagery.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for overall program success, aligning capabilities with customer needs and Planet’s business model.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across engineering, operations, product, finance and commercial functions to deconflict resources and balance timelines.
• Ensure delivered satellites are healthy, productive and operated throughout the contract life.
• Represent the program to senior leadership and external partners, managing risk across engineering, launch and operations.
• Travel as needed to the Middle East, California and Germany to collaborate with stakeholders.

Required profile

• 10+ years of experience in space systems development, management or operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Fluent in Arabic and professional proficiency in English.
• Ability to make autonomous decisions in a fast‑moving, information‑rich environment.

Required skills

• LEO satellite operations
• Satellite design
• Remote sensing technology
• Tasking business models

What we offer

• Paid time off including vacation, holidays and company‑wide days off.
• Employee wellness program and home‑office reimbursement.
• Monthly phone and internet reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement, LinkedIn Learning access and equity.
• Volunteering paid time off.