Geospatial Project Manager – D&I

About Planetek Italia

Planetek Italia is a leading Italian company in the field of geospatial technologies and Earth Observation solutions, with more than 30 years of experience in transforming satellite, aerial, and drone data into actionable insights. We operate across multiple sectors — including environmental and land monitoring, smart cities, open government, defence and security, scientific missions, and planetary exploration — supporting public institutions, private organizations, and international agencies in managing complex spatial challenges.

Our expertise spans geospatial data analytics, on‑board software for satellites, ground segment systems, Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI) compliant with INSPIRE, and cloud‑based SaaS platforms designed to support decision‑making in dynamic and mission‑critical environments. Among our flagship innovations is Rheticus®, an award‑winning cloud platform that delivers continuous and automated geospatial monitoring services.

Planetek Italia is part of the D‑Orbit Group, with offices in Italy, Portugal, the UK, Greece, and the USA, operating in both national and international markets. Alongside Planetek Italia S.r.l., the group comprises Planetek Hellas e.p.e., as well as two university spin‑offs — GAP S.r.l. and GEO‑K S.r.l. — both specialised in the processing of remotely sensed data captured by optical and radar sensors.

Driven by innovation, collaboration, and a strong commitment to sustainability, Planetek Italia brings together multidisciplinary teams of engineers, analysts, developers, and domain experts. We believe in creating technologies that help organisations better understand the world, make informed decisions, and contribute to a more sustainable and secure future.

THE CHALLENGE OF A “GEOSPATIAL PROJECT MANAGER – D&I” AT PLANETEK ITALIA

We are seeking a dedicated Geospatial Project Manager to oversee geospatial projects from conception through to completion. As a Geospatial Project Manager in the Defence & Intelligence sector, you will play a key role in managing and developing geospatial and Earth Observation services for defence, intelligence, and security stakeholders. You will work in a strategic and highly dynamic context, managing national and international projects in complex operational environments, while collaborating with highly skilled and motivated teams.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the full lifecycle of geospatial projects, from small‑scale initiatives to large‑scale, multi‑stakeholder programmes within the D&I market.
• Ensure proper planning, monitoring, and control of project timelines, budgets, quality standards, and risks, coordinating internal and external resources.
• Conduct regular project reviews, monitoring technical deliverables, quality benchmarks, and alignment with contractual and operational requirements.
• Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for tenders and opportunities in the defence/intelligence domain.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and institutional stakeholders to ensure project alignment with operational needs and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (technical, product, business development) to define operational concepts, integrated solutions, and system architectures.
• Contribute to the growth of Planetek Italia’s D&I portfolio by supporting business development activities and strengthening our market positioning.

YOUR BACKGROUND:

• Proven experience in project or programme management within the geospatial, defence, intelligence, security, or Earth Observation sectors.
• Ability to interpret complex operational requirements, define scopes of work, estimate effort, plan resources, and produce technical and commercial documentation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills for interacting with technical teams, strategic stakeholders, clients, and international partners.
• Knowledge of geospatial data, GIS/EO software, geoinformatics workflows, or enterprise geospatial systems.
• Fluency in Italian and English is required.

So you must be able to:

• Define and execute project management plans tailored to the Defence & Intelligence sector.
• Engage effectively with institutional and industry stakeholders to understand operational scenarios and ensure alignment of project outcomes.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver geospatial and Earth Observation services on time, on budget, and to specification.
• Participate in defence-specific procurement processes, contributing to technical‑commercial proposals and tender documentation.
• Identify and mitigate project risks in fast‑paced, evolving environments.
• Communicate complex geospatial concepts to both technical and executive audiences.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, optimising priorities and resources to meet strategic objectives.

ANOTHER IMPORTANT POINT:

At Planetek Italia, we believe that results matter more than hours and that people come before skills. We value passion, accountability, and a strong sense of purpose in everything we do.

Ethics, professionalism, and openness are the principles that shape our culture and guide our interactions with colleagues, partners, and customers.

Choose Planetek Italia if you’re looking for an environment where enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment can thrive, and if you’re ready to play a key role in developing a strategic business area for our company.

Your main office will be in Bari, but you will work predominantly in a remote‑first model, with frequent to travel internationally.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Planetek Italia, we know that great work isn’t done without a phenomenal team.

We are always looking to hire the best talent and recognise that diversity in our experiences and backgrounds makes us stronger. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels safe sharing ideas and driving innovation.

We believe that our people should continually acquire knowledge and skills, so we are committed to providing you with everything that can help you grow, including books, workshops, conferences, and training.

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

Let us know who you are, what you’ve accomplished so far in your career and what your goals are for the near future.

Along with your CV, please provide us with a short note in reply to the following two questions:

• Why would you like to bet on a company like Planetek Italia?
• Why should we bet on you?

If your profile aligns with what we’re looking for, we will contact you to learn more about you and explore the opportunity together.