Starburst is looking for an Innovation Project Manager
We are hiring an Innovation Project Manager to lead high-impact programmes and support the growth of cutting-edge start-ups across Europe.
This role is designed for someone passionate about aerospace, defence, deeptech, and dual-use technologies, with strong experience in project management, business development, and stakeholder engagement.
A Key Role at the Heart of Aerospace and Defence Innovation
As Innovation Project Manager, the selected candidate will oversee the full lifecycle of innovation programmes, from planning and coordination to execution and impact delivery.
The role involves working closely with corporate and institutional partners, supporting collaborations across the European aerospace and defence ecosystem, and helping start-ups refine their go-to-market strategies and growth plans.
What the Role Involves
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing innovation programmes from end to end
- Engaging with corporate and institutional partners
- Supporting start-ups on business development and market access
- Managing stakeholder relationships across Europe’s aerospace and defence ecosystem
The position offers the opportunity to work with top-tier partners and contribute directly to the development of technologies shaping the future of aerospace and defence.
Who Should Apply
Starburst is looking for candidates with:
- 5–8 years of experience in project management or business development
- Experience in aerospace, defence, or deeptech innovation
- Strong interest in dual-use technologies and the European defence landscape
- The right to work in the EU and a location within an EU Member State
Join Starburst’s European Team
This is an opportunity to join a multicultural team working at the intersection of innovation, industry, and defence.
Candidates passionate about helping start-ups scale and driving high-impact innovation programmes are encouraged to apply.
