About the job Logistics Manager (volunteer)
Associated Supervisor: Head of Science
Location: Delft, The Netherlands
About the position: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Logistics Manager to join our team in Delft, The Netherlands. As part of Team Tumbleweed, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the transportation, timeline coordination, and operational activities for the Science Testbeda half-scale Tumbleweed prototype designed to host and test scientific instruments for planetary exploration. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and engineering while gaining valuable project management experience.
Expectations:
Strong organizational and planning skills, with proven experience in managing logistics and operational tasks.
Familiarity with prototype testing and development workflows is a plus.
Excellent time management and ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Strong communication and intercultural skills for collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
Excellent written and spoken English.
Willingness to engage in continuous learning and contribute actively to the success of the Science Testbed project.
Proximity to Delft, as this position requires regular on-site involvement.
Bachelor's degree (completed or ongoing) in a relevant field, such as Engineering, Logistics, Project Management, or Operations, is preferred.
Expected commitment of at least 1.5 years and approximately 15 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
Manage the transportation and handling of the Science Testbed prototype and related components, ensuring safe and efficient logistics.
Develop and maintain the project timeline, ensuring that testing milestones and deliverables are met.
Oversee operational activities during testbed experiments, including setup, execution, and teardown.
Coordinate with external partners, suppliers, and test facilities to facilitate smooth operations.
Rewards: Check out the perks of being in our team at teamtumbleweed.eu/apply!