> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/431504-system-operations-unit-director-f-m](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/431504-system-operations-unit-director-f-m). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Operations Unit Director - F/M - **Company:** ESSP - **Location:** Toulouse, France (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Information Systems, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Information Security Management System - **Published:** June 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fbdeb027c46a84d3 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Team management?, For these activities, we are looking for someone with at least 7 years' experience in team management. The applicant will also need experience in finance, contractualization and critical system operations in aeronautic or aerospace domain with a very good level of English (minimum B2)., * Strong autonomy * Organization * Ability to assume responsibilities * Customer Service Oriented and internal collaboration * Shows initiative and is able to synthesize Experience with software suites Microsoft (MSOffice, MSProject, etc). * Team management * Very good level of English (C1) - CEFR * Understanding of challenges and strategy and of the constraints * Operational decision-making sometimes in urgent conditions * Leadership * Financial management (optimization of the organization, and associated costs) * Delegation / control * Work in management team, challenging and loyal member of the management team * Team player spirit Job Specifications: * Engineering degree or equivalent * Available for regular travels mainly in Europe. * Subject to constraints of minimum presence during normal vacation periods (July/August, Christmas, February, Easter), and in case of crisis situation. ## Description TheSOU Director is responsible for : * Managing a team (approximately80 people) in charge of: managing operations, engineering, and systems maintenance; managing operational tools (procedures, platforms, etc.) and executing operational outsourcing contracts (technical assistance, operational sites, logistics, network, etc.). * Ensuring risk management within his/her area of responsibility and being responsible for the continuous improvement of his/her unit's processes and tools; * Implementing contingency plans and personally play an active role in crisis situations; * Coordinating the definition of future operational requirements for service delivery and compliance with applicable regulations before transmission to system architects (e.g., ESA for EGNOS); * Ensuring, under the coordination of the COO and in close collaboration with the SPU (Service Provision Unit) Director and the CMU (Compliance Management Unit) Director, effective cooperation between their teams; * Proposing the annual operating budget for SOU and ensuring its adherence; * Providing the necessary expertise for responding to BID's offer, and ensuring that workload and purchase estimates related to SOU activities are appropriate; * Contributing to the definition and implementation of the company's strategy and development; * Supporting and deploying the policies implemented within the company (HR, security, safety, finance) and ensuring compliance with internal processes; * Actively contributing to management meetings and company decision-making. The SOU Director contributes to the security of the company's information systems within the limits of his/her responsibilities. In collaboration with the Chief Security Officer (CSO), he/she ensures that the rules and procedures established are taken into consideration and correctly enforced within his/her unit, in particular in the context of the ISMS and related ESSP's ISO 27001 certification. ## Related Videos - [The 2026 Talent Pivot: Essential Trends for an Evolving Workforce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100098-the-2026-talent-pivot-essential-trends-for-an-evolving-workforce) - [Microservices? Monoliths? 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