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title: 'Process Improvement Project Manager at Robin Radar'
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# Process Improvement Project Manager at Robin Radar

- **Company:** Robin Radar
- **Location:** Delft, Netherlands
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-28
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/robin-radar/00f9b850-1792-46f9-bab8-b148e3e51731

## Job description

Turn operational complexity into smooth performance – so every radar system is built, shipped, and supported without a hitch. As our Process Improvement Project Manager, you lead, execute, and deliver continuous improvement projects across our operational footprint. You work side-by-side with colleagues in Production, Logistics, Procurement, Service, Sales Operations, Engineering, Quality, and IT – diagnosing root causes, designing scalable workflows, and embedding smooth processes into daily routines. You report to the Operational Excellence Manager, playing a vital role in enabling Robin Radar to scale smoothly as our global impact grows.

## What you'll do

- End-to-end project leadership: Lead operational improvement projects from initial diagnosis through post-implementation. Support business growth and capacity scaling across all operational teams.
- Workflow analysis and SOP design: Deep-dive into operational workflows to identify waste and perform root-cause analysis. Translate findings into scalable standard operating procedures.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Partner directly with operational leads and frontline floor teams to bridge functional silos. Facilitate smooth handovers to remove bottlenecks and execution friction.
- Change management and coaching: Coach and enable operational teams through active change management. Ensure optimized processes become lasting daily working habits.
- Metrics and KPI tracking: Define project metrics, establish baseline KPIs, and build tracking dashboards. Measure and validate performance improvements continuously over time.
- Tool configuration and adoption: Translate optimized workflows into practical software tools. Manage configuration and user adoption in Jira, ERP (Odoo), and supporting platforms.

## What you bring

- BSc or MSc degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or Business Administration
- 7+ years delivering hands-on process improvement projects in fast-growing high-tech or manufacturing environments
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, or equivalent Agile certification
- Practical mastery of Lean toolkits including Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 5 Whys, and Pareto analysis
- Proven ability to manage multiple improvement projects concurrently in fast-paced, ambiguous settings
- Practical experience configuring workflow tools like Jira and driving user adoption in ERP systems like Odoo
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English, with Dutch proficiency considered a strong asset
- Action-oriented execution mindset, comfortable working directly with frontline shop floor teams
- Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of an organization.

N.B. Don't worry if you don't tick every box. Our mission is a journey, and there's plenty to learn along the way. If most of this fits, we'd love to hear from you. A Certificate of Conduct (VOG) and a background check are part of our screening process. We appreciate your understanding.

## What we offer

- Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company;
- Comprehensive pension plan;
- Commuting allowance;
- 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days);
- Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;
- High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role;
- An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from. As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

Robin Radar is a technology leader in tracking and classifying small objects. Our radars and software help prevent bird strikes in aviation, reduce the impact of wind farms on wildlife, and protect critical infrastructure from drone threats. Our work shows up at airports, wind farms, military sites and nature reserves around the world. We're one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies in the Netherlands, with a crew of bright minds across 30+ nationalities. Growth doesn't mean we lose the plot – eyes on the skies, feet on the ground. Our values keep us grounded: WE TRUST. WE OWN IT. WE AIM HIGH. Want to work on next-level radar tech, solve real problems, and never have to pretend your job has meaning? You'll fit right in – we're saving you a seat.

## About Robin Radar

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Robin Radar Systems provides advanced 3D bird and drone detection radar systems for aviation, defense, security, and wind energy markets.
- **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by Parcom in October 2024)
- **Headquarters**: The Hague, Netherlands
- **Founded**: 2010
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (company was established in 2010; specific founders not listed in available sources)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Security, Aviation, Renewable Energy (wind farms)
- Target customers: Civil and military aviation authorities, wind farm operators, government infrastructure agencies, defense and security organizations (B2B, enterprise, government)
- Mission or purpose: "Provide actionable information that increases safety, for humans and wildlife alike" – safer skies for people and wildlife.

## Products & Services
- **[IRIS®]**: Drone detection radar system. 360° azimuth coverage, 3D tracking, classification using micro-Doppler and deep neural networks (DNN). 29 kg, API for integration, on-the-move capable, tested against military environmental standards.
- **[MAX®]**: 3D bird detection radar. 360° coverage, 1-second scan speed, bird size classification, strategic data analysis with Report Viewer. Used for bird strike prevention at airfields and bird monitoring at wind farms.
- **[ELVIRA®]**: Likely another radar system (mentioned in LinkedIn profile but not detailed on main site; possibly a variant for specific use cases).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (acquired by Parcom in 2024; terms not public)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue: $32.0M (estimated, LinkedIn data); Total Funding: 4 rounds (Corporate Round 2010, Series A 2011 led by Inkef and Mainport Innovation Fund, Venture Round 2012, Private Equity Round 2024 from Parcom)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Inkef, Mainport Innovation Fund, Parcom (acquiring entity)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 53.1% YoY (176 employees, +78 people); 23 active job postings (+35.3% YoY); operates in 6 countries (Netherlands, US, Sweden, Singapore, France, Belgium); 35+ patents registered; 40 years of radar heritage (company heritage claims 40 years of radar science, though founded in 2010).

## Competitive Advantages
- Specialized in small object detection (birds, bats, drones) with 360° 3D coverage – most radars provide only 2D or directional coverage.
- Proprietary deep neural network classification (DNN) combined with micro-Doppler for high accuracy.
- 35+ registered patents protecting core technology.
- 40 years of cumulative radar engineering heritage (team expertise).
- Seamless integration via API, deployable in minutes, on-the-move capability for military use.
- Certified "Great Place to Work Netherlands" with 88% employee satisfaction.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue scaling in defense, security, and wind energy markets globally.
- Expand team across all departments (Commercial, Innovation & Development, Operations, Enablement) to support growth.
- Strengthen AI/ML capabilities in radar classification.
- Maintain leadership in bird and drone detection radar as threats (drones) and environmental regulations (wind farm bird monitoring) increase.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Great Place to Work" certified; 88% of employees say they genuinely value working here. Culture described as fair, inclusive, with approachable leadership and real follow-up on employee feedback (bi-weekly pulse checks).
- **Flexibility**: Hybrid model (most roles based in The Hague); core hours 10:00-15:00; flexible scheduling; €700 budget to set up home office.
- **Benefits**: 30 paid days off, pension plan, relocation support (case-by-case), visa sponsorship (case-by-case), Robin Minds Learning Programme, regular team gatherings and drinks.
- **Team**: 200+ employees from 35+ nationalities; English is working language; international environment.
- **Growth**: Not a rigid promotion timeline; opportunities arise as company evolves; compensation structured using Korn Ferry methodology with annual market benchmarking. EU pay transparency ranges coming soon.
- **Work style**: Emphasis on depth of expertise, real impact, and collaborative problem-solving. "Come for the tech, stay for the team."

## Sources
1. [robinradar.com](https://www.robinradar.com/) – Company overview, products, markets, heritage
2. [careers.robinradar.com](https://careers.robinradar.com/working-with-us) – Culture, benefits, FAQs, Great Place to Work details
3. [linkedin.com](https://nl.linkedin.com/company/robin-radar-systems-b-v-) – Employee count, revenue, funding, acquisitions, headcount growth, job postings
4. [careers.robinradar.com](https://careers.robinradar.com/) – Careers landing page, teams, benefits

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