Program Manager - Poland

About the role

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 (synthetic aperture radar) 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. Your day-to-day responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of satellite mission programs from contract execution through final delivery Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring high trust and satisfaction throughout the program lifecycle Develop and manage program plans, aligning scope, schedule, budget, and resources across stakeholders Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and escalations to ensure predictable delivery Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive execution and remove bottlenecks Provide clear, timely reporting on program status to internal and external stakeholders Drive continuous improvement in program management practices to enhance delivery efficiency and scalability

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programs in advanced technology environments
• Proven experience managing customer-facing programs and senior stakeholders
• Strong track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver aligned outcomes
• Expertise in end-to-end program management (scope, schedule, budget, and risk)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in complex or uncertain environments
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to obtain required security clearance in Poland
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
• Polish nationality and Polish language proficiency required
• Experience in Earth Observation, SAR, or remote sensing
• Background in complex systems or product development environments
• Experience working with government or defence customers
• Familiarity with hardware and/or software development environments
• Advanced degree or program management certification (e.g. PMP, PgMP)
• Application Process
• Initial screening call with Talent Acquisition
• Hiring Manager interview
• Case study and panel interview
• Final interview
• Reference checks
• Working at ICEYE
• How We Work (Our Values)
• Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.
• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the "why" behind decisions.
• See the big picture: Stay close to what's happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
• Have fun: What we do matters-and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Additional Information

Program Manager Location: Warsaw Department: Missions Line of Business Reports to: Mission Program Director Employment type: Permanent Workplace model: Hybrid Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Why this role matters: As a Program Manager, you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of complex satellite mission programs, ensuring they are executed on time, within budget, and meet customer expectations. You'll act as the central point of coordination across engineering, product, operations, and commercial teams, driving alignment and accountability throughout the program lifecycle. Your work directly enables scalable, high-quality mission delivery and strengthens long-term customer partnerships.

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