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As the Satellite Operations Lead for Orbitworks, you will serve as the anchor of the Satellite Operations team.

You will lead the operational launch of the Orbitworks satellite fleet in the UAE and leverage your technical and leadership skills to ensure smooth operation, mission planning, and integration with Loft’s global satellite operations. This role demands leadership, technical excellence, and operational efficiency in high-stakes environments.

• Operate and manage satellite fleet shifts, ensuring continuous mission operations.
• Drive satellite operations strategy while collaborating on software and avionics.
• Participate in development sprints and contribute to mission planning.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers to develop an independent, UAE-based satellite team.
• Liaise with leadership to ensure alignment with Loft’s global operations.

• Strong satellite operations background, capable of understanding complex mission requirements.
• Demonstrated scripting experience, preferably in Python, for automation and mission performance.
• Proven leadership skills; ability to lead a technical team in high-pressure environments.

• Experience with Airbus satellite platforms, particularly the Arrow-150 bus, in avionics, ADCS, or propulsion.
• Experience with low-earth orbit satellite operations.
• Hands-on Python development and testing experience, working with a complex software stack.
• Experience with satellite constellation management.
• Arabic language skills or a willingness to learn is highly desirable.

Orbitworks' mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

What you'll be doing:

The BPI Assistant Manager for Process, Policies, and Internal Controls will be instrumental in supporting the design, implementation, and monitoring of efficient processes, policies, and internal controls throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in process optimization, compliance, and risk management, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across business units within GMG. This role requires a highly motivated individual and a change leader who is passionate about driving digital transformation and enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring policy compliance and mitigating risks.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Process Improvement and Optimization:
   • Assist in identifying, evaluating, and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to map and streamline workflows, ensuring optimal use of resources and compliance with internal standards.
   • Conduct process assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions to enhance productivity and mitigate risks.
2. Policy Development and Implementation:
   • Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and organizational goals.
   • Ensure that policies are consistently applied across departments, and support teams in understanding and adhering to company policies.
   • Provide guidance to departments regarding policy interpretation and implementation.
3. Internal Controls:
   • Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets, ensure financial integrity, and prevent fraud or errors.
   • Conduct regular assessments of internal controls, identifying weaknesses or gaps, and work with relevant teams to develop corrective action plans.
   • Monitor compliance with established internal controls and provide recommendations for improvements as needed.
4. Audit and Risk Support:
   • Assist in coordinating internal audits to ensure compliance with financial, operational, and regulatory standards.
   • Help prepare audit documentation and respond to audit inquiries in a timely manner.
   • Monitor and report on audit findings and assist with the implementation of corrective actions.
5. Training and Awareness:
   • Conduct training sessions for staff on process improvements, policies, and internal controls to promote a culture of compliance and efficiency.
   • Provide ongoing support and clarification to departments regarding process and policy changes.
6. Reporting and Documentation:
   • Prepare and present regular reports on process performance, policy compliance, and internal control assessments to senior management.
   • Maintain accurate records of policies, procedures, and control documentation to ensure traceability and accountability.

Functional/Technical Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with process mapping tools or ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to internal controls and process management.
• Must have Business Process Re-engineering experience in Retail, Pharma Manufacturing, and/or FMCG sectors.
• Prefer hands-on process optimization experience in relevant Business Units / functions.
• Implementation of Automation / RPA techniques.

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, Six Sigma Green/Black belt) are a plus.

Why Join GMG?

At GMG, we're dedicated to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging work environment that promotes growth, innovation, and well-being. Join us in our mission to inspire victories that make the world better – for our team, our consumers, and our communities.

If you're seeking a challenging role where you can make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become a part of our journey.

What we offer:

• An opportunity to become part of diverse teams with international exposure
• Comprehensive family medical insurance
• Family residency sponsorship and flight allowances
• Up to 30% discount in our premium retail sports brand stores
• Up to 20% discount in our pharmacy chain

Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?

Are you an experienced Finance Specialist looking for a new opportunity?

Be a part of our Finance Team

Our Finance Team provides support and insight for the business through planning, analyzing and reporting. We use extensive data to aid important decision making that impacts our global organization and to identify areas for improvement. Our team innovates through digitization to constantly improve the value we provide.

As a Lead Finance Specialist - FP&A Operations you will be responsible for providing regional FP&A and reporting for Corporate, a business, or a P&L within a business. This Position requiring thorough understanding, application and mastery of approaches, theories, methodologies and application in a concrete organizational context.

• Managing the business cycle- 3 year plan, budget, forecasts at each level of the organization.
• Defining KPIs to measure the performance in all areas of the organization. Analyze the performance and propose action plans to improve profitability and cash generation as well as corrective action plans as needed.
• Advising functional managers or other Functions regarding approaches, processes and procedures in the own field.
• Handling communication with direct colleagues and the business about approach and methods for solving complex problems.
• Leading as a project leader of medium sized projects or is a major contributor to bigger projects. Work goals typically take 3-6 months to complete and the time horizon for results/impact is typically 2-12 months after the event.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Commercial or similar from an accredited university or college.
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in FP&A.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Finance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Great interpersonal and leadership skills.

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.