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Head of Innovation - Space Communications Group

i2CAT Research Centre

barcelona, provincia de barcelona, Spain Full-time June 27, 2026

Found Description

At the i2CAT Space Communications Unit, we don't just research the future; We are looking for a Head of Innovation with a strategic mindset to lead the intersection between advanced research and market reality.

As an innovation leader, your key functions will be:

~ Strategic Innovation Leadership: Coordinate the activities of the Space Communications group to align them with i2CAT's strategic roadmap.





~ Drive Technology Transfer: Define pathways to bring research outcomes to the industry (licensing, co-development, and joint innovation initiatives).





~ Market & Viability Analysis: Assess the technical maturity (TRL) and commercial relevance of the technologies developed by our research teams.





~ Ecosystem Engagement: Act as a senior interface with private companies, integrators, industry associations, and space agencies (ESA, national agencies).





~ Lead the innovation components...

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