Project Manager Earth Observation Missions (m/f/d)

OHB System AG; Bremen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working hours

30 days vacation

Hybrid work options

Health management

Childcare support

Company pension plan

Generous meals subsidy

Zusammenfassung

A leading space technology firm in Bremen is seeking a Project Manager for Earth Observation Missions. This role involves leading project teams, managing proposals for prestigious space missions, and ensuring timely delivery of projects. Candidates must have a relevant degree, at least five years of experience in the space industry, and exceptional communication skills. We offer a flexible work environment, strong benefits, and a commitment to professional development. Apply in German or English.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, engineering, or related field.
• At least five years of experience in the space industry.
• Strong understanding of project cycles and operations.

Aufgaben

• Lead the preparation of proposals for Earth Observation missions.
• Manage the project team and project progress.
• Coordinate with project partners and clients.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Flexibility

Proficiency in English

Ausbildung

Degree in aerospace, engineering, or related field

Tools

Knowledge of ECSS standards

Jobbeschreibung

OHB System AG – We.Create.Space

OHB System AG is one of the leading space companies in Europe. The company is part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE, which has more than 3,200 employees working on pivotal European space programs. With two strong locations in Bremen and Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and more than 40 years of experience, OHB System AG specialises in high-tech solutions for space. These include low-orbiting and geostationary satellites for Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science and space exploration as well as systems for human space flight and aerial reconnaissance. We owe our success to our employees' passion for innovation, as well as their commitment and initiative.

For permanent employment OHB System AG in Bremen is looking for a

Project Manager Earth Observation Missions (m/f/d)

As an experienced and dedicated Project Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the successful implementation of exciting and complex proposals and projects in the domain of Earth Observation in Phases 0/A and B1. You will lead interdisciplinary project teams and ensure efficient collaboration and optimal performance. You will play a key role in the planning, coordination and management of projects to ensure that they are completed on time, cost-efficiently and to the highest quality.

Your Tasks

• Leading the preparation and execution of Earth Observationmission and system proposals for ESA, EC, DLR, commercial customers etc.
• Leading the project team throughout the development of the project
• Organize and lead regular project meetings to plan and review the project progress
• Analyse, define and coordinate requirements with the project team and the customer(s)
• Management and co-ordination of individual project partners and subcontractors
• Be responsible for the cost, schedule and performance of studies or projects
• Leadingthe negotiations, strengthening our relationships with clients, andacting as a liaison to key stakeholders in client organisations

Your Qualifications

• Successful completion of a degree in aerospace, engineering or a related field that demonstrates your expertise
• Atleast five years of relevant practical experience, preferably in thedynamic space industry, where you have demonstrated your practicalknowledge
• Knowledge of space projects, including systems and operations
• Proven experience in preparing persuasive proposals that emphasizes your ability to make effective presentations.
• A deep understanding of complicated institutional structures that will enable you to navigate our challenging environment
• Passionand knowledge in the field of space is not only desirable, but is thefoundation for our mutual success. An understanding of Earth Observationremote sensing principles (optical and microwave) would be anadvantage
• Experience with applicable standards (ECSS) is desirable
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Strongresult orientation, operational efficiency, high sense ofresponsibility and ability to make pragmatic and timely decisions
• High level of flexibility, willingness to work in international teams and ability to meet tight schedules
• Proficiency in the English language

We offer

Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & special leave days

Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad

Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months)

Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue

space projects

Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan

Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy

Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups

Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days

Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots

Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night

Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development

A complete overview of our benefits and more details can be found here on our website.

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Don't fulfil all the requirements? No problem - we are happy to receive applications with partial matches! We are looking forward to your application in German or English via our online tool.

OHB System AG
Human Resources

Questions regarding this posting? Christian Wolten is available under [e-mail].