Project Sourcing Specialist

Company description: Scandinavian Airlines System SAS Job description:Take the lead on complex aircraft projects and make a tangible impact on SAS operations. Aircraft Transfer is part of SAS Technical Operations, where our mission is to deliver airworthy aircraft on time, in line with SAS standards, while ensuring cost efficiency. As a Project Manager, you will play a key role in bringing new and used aircraft into and out of service, managing timely handovers, and driving these exciting CAMO projects across SAS.     Challenges you will work on:     In this role, you will manage aircraft phase-in and phase-out processes, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and oversee critical projects with a focus on safety, airworthiness, and cost efficiency. You report to the Manager of Aircraft Transfer, within SAS Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization. This role involves significant business travel, approximately 100–130 days per year, along with flexible working hours.   Some of your responsibilities will include:   Plan and execute the introduction of new aircraft and the phase-out of existing aircraft to/from SAS. Coordinate activities with authorities, manufacturers, lessors, and internal SAS teams. Handle documentation, reporting, and follow-up with both internal and external stakeholders. Manage projects according to SAS CAME and CAME-P standards, including planning, budgeting, and cost follow-up. Execute delivery and technical acceptance as a Power of Attorney holder. Lead and participate in check flights as required, both planned and on demand.    The team   You will join the Aircraft Transfer team within SAS Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO), working closely with Asset Management, Engineering, Flight Operations, Ground Operations, and Material Supply. Our team of six Project Managers works closely together, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and collaboration. This role offers extensive international travel, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to lead and coach both internal staff and external consultants.    To be successful we believe you have   Licensed Aircraft Technician with an EASA Part-66 license. Experience in representing your organization and negotiating contracts. Hands-on experience in continuing airworthiness, ensuring aircraft are safe, compliant, and ready to fly, with strong knowledge of EASA regulations (Part CAMO and Part 145). Experience in external relations, for example with aircraft manufacturers, maintenance providers, lessors, and authorities. Fluent English, both written and spoken. Experience with SAS MMIS AMOS is considered a plus.   As a person, we believe you thrive in a collaborative environment, bringing a holistic mindset and strong interpersonal skills to everything you do. You are self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented, taking ownership of your projects and delivering results with confidence.    You enjoy tackling challenges, contributing to problem-solving, and engaging in open dialogue. You respect processes and standards, perform well under pressure, and consistently look for ways to make a positive impact.

OHB Sweden is a leading provider of satellites and satellite sub-systems for Low-Earth-Orbit, geostationary and interplanetary missions. We develop, build, test and operate space systems for missions within communications, earth observation, space research and exploration. Our activity focus is small satellites as well as on propulsion subsystems and innovative Attitude & Orbit Control Systems (AOCS). We are now looking for a new team member for our Project Office team, ready to enable our customers’ space ambitions. We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Controller with a creative and solution-oriented mindset. As Senior Project Controller, you will drive financial and schedule performance for some of our most important missions. You will work closely with project managers, engineering teams, procurement, and management to secure transparency, predictability, and control. Your main tasks include: Project Financials & Reporting Own and maintain cost, schedule, and risk control across multiple running projects Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow analysis, and EAC updates Monitor variances and trends, propose corrective actions, and ensure decision-ready reporting Prepare internal and external project status reports used for customer reviews and steering boards Planning & Forecasting Analyse resource usage, workload forecasts, and cost drivers Support project managers in building robust baselines and maintaining updated project schedules Ensure project KPIs are met and deviations are flagged early Process Development & Tools Drive continuous improvement of project control practices at OHB Sweden Help to further develop and standardize our Antura-based project control routines Introduce new methods, templates, and reporting structures to improve efficiency and transparency Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering, procurement, contracts, and finance to maintain accurate project data Ensure alignment between technical progress, procurement status, resource planning, and financial reporting Support proposal teams with cost inputs, scenario modelling, and price calculations Your Profile We are looking for a proactive and analytical project controller who enjoys both depth and structure—someone who stays calm under pressure and keeps the big picture in mind Qualifications 5–10 years of experience in project control, project finance, or project management in a technical environment Experience with EAC, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI-driven performance monitoring Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn complex data into clear insights Solid skills in Excel and project management tools (experience with Antura is a strong merit) Excellent communication skills in English (Swedish is an advantage) Structured, self-driven, and comfortable working both independently and in cross-functional teams Meriting Experience from aerospace/defence, engineering, or other complex project environments Experience in improving tools, workflows, and reporting standards Understanding of ECSS processes is a plus Experience in Power BI as an advantage What We Offer: A key role in some of Sweden’s most exciting satellite projects A dynamic environment where you directly influence project execution and company performance Close collaboration with project managers, engineering teams, and management A chance to shape and professionalize the project control discipline at OHB Sweden A workplace with high engagement, responsibility, and trust Ready to Join Us? Being a company with around 170 international employees and growing, much of the expertise lies on the employee to handle tasks autonomously, efficiently and work closely with colleagues, suppliers and customers. As you will have a lot of external contacts an outgoing personality is essential. Travel will be required for both customer meetings, conferences and events. If you are highly motivated to participate in the development of future space systems, feel confident that you meet the above requirements and want to find yourself in a dynamic and inspiring work environment, then we look forward to hearing from you! We look forward to receiving your application!