Project Manager

THRYVE; Essen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A defence technology company in Germany is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-complexity programmes. You will manage project lifecycles, engage with military stakeholders, and ensure compliance with security standards. The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of project management experience in defence and is fluent in German and English. Join a fast-moving and ambitious team dedicated to impactful defence solutions.

Leistungen

Work on meaningful, high-impact defence technology

Fast-moving, international environment

Collaboration with leading engineers and specialists

Qualifikationen

• 3‑5+ years of project management experience in the defence sector.
• Experience working directly with military organisations.
• Excellent leadership, communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Aufgaben

• Managing project lifecycles across engineering, procurement, testing and customer operations.
• Serving as the main point of contact for military and government stakeholders.
• Tracking milestones, risks and budgets, and driving corrective actions.

Kenntnisse

Project management experience in the defence sector

Leadership skills

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

PMP or equivalent certification

Jobbeschreibung

We’re Hiring : Project Manager – Defence Customer Projects (m / f / d)

Location - Germany

About the Role

We are developing next-generation counter-drone defence technology, combining aerospace engineering, AI / ML and advanced defence systems. Our mission is to provide cutting‑edge solutions that help protect democratic institutions and meet the security demands of the 21st century. You’ll be part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team working on impactful, mission‑critical projects.

Role Overview

As Project Manager – Defence Customer Projects, you will lead high‑complexity programmes end‑to‑end. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing project lifecycles across engineering, procurement, testing and customer operations
• Serving as the main point of contact for military and government stakeholders
• Ensuring full delivery, contract compliance and security alignment
• Tracking milestones, risks and budgets, and driving corrective actions where needed
• Leading negotiations with partners, suppliers and subcontractors
• Preparing documentation, reporting and presentations for internal and external audiences
• Ensuring adherence to defence standards, export controls and security protocols

What You Bring

• 3‑5+ years of project management experience in the defence sector
• Experience working directly with military organisations
• Excellent leadership, communication and conflict‑resolution skills
• Ability to operate under pressure in high‑stakes environments
• Fluency in German and English
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus, though practical defence‑sector experience is highly valued

Why Join Us?

• Work on meaningful, high‑impact defence technology
• Join a fast‑moving, international, technically ambitious environment
• Contribute to the development of next‑generation aerospace and security systems
• Collaborate with leading engineers, defence specialists and tech experts