System Engineer for Exploration, In Space Transportation and Servicing (m/f/d)

OHB System AG; Bremen; Hybrid; EUR 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work

Mobile work abroad

13th monthly salary

Company restaurant & meals subsidy

Health promotion & sports groups

Employee development & training

Zusammenfassung

OHB System AG – We.Create.Space in Bremen is seeking a System Engineer for Exploration, In Space Transportation and Servicing (m/f/d). The role involves coordinating inputs across engineering teams, leading architectural work from satellite to subsystem level, and supporting MBSE and risk management to secure TRL readiness.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in aerospace engineering, with knowledge of exploration and in-space missions, strong communication, and willingness to work in international

Qualifikationen

• Master-level degree in aerospace engineering with focus on space systems.
• Knowledge of exploration, in-space transportation and servicing missions.
• Competencies in space mission design, satellite systems engineering and spacecraft subsystem design.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• German language is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Support the Lead System Engineer for the Phase A/B1 study.
• Coordinate technical inputs from specialist engineering departments and subcontractors.
• Execute trade-offs and analyses to define the mission and system architecture.
• Lead parts of the platform and subsystem system design as an architect, deriving requirements.
• Support MBSE activities for the mission.
• Contribute to achieving the target TRL by end of Phase B1.
• Help define the overall project WBS for phases B2, C/D, E1 through in-orbit commissioning.
• Assist in developing the programme plan for the satellite across phases B2, C/D, E1 up to in-orbit calibration and validation.
• Support the creation of a project implementation schedule for the platform.
• Analyze potential cost drivers for the platform.
• Identify and evaluate technical and programmatic risks, including mitigation measures.

Kenntnisse

Flexibility

Pro-active attitude

Responsibility

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Documentation skills

Ausbildung

Master's degree in aerospace engineering

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

System Engineer for Exploration, In Space Transportation and Servicing (m/f/d)

The Directorate of Predevelopment, Proposals and Space System Studies is a strategic cornerstone of the company’s project pipeline. It drives the early shaping of future space missions by translating customer requirements into technically sound and competitive concepts. Within this directorate, the Department of Science, Exploration and Space Safety Missions focuses on the conceptualisation and maturation of missions related to astrophysics, planetary science, robotic solar system exploration, space safety, planetary defence, space weather, in-orbit servicing, in-space logistics and debris mitigation. By bridging scientific ambition with engineering feasibility, the department plays a key role in securing the OHB’s leadership in future international space programs. Within this department, the Exploration In-Space Transportation and Servicing team focuses on missions related to Exploration in Earth Orbit, Moon and Mars surface and environment and to in-space transportation and servicing in Earth orbit and beyond.

Your Tasks

• Support the Lead System Engineer for the Phase A/B1 study
• Coordinate technical inputs from specialist engineering departments and individual subcontractors
• Execute trade‑offs and analyses to define the mission and system architecture
• Lead the parts of the platform and subsystem system design as an architect, including deriving and maintaining requirements from satellite to subsystem level
• Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities for the mission
• Contribute to the assessment of the satellite development approach to ensure the target Technology Readiness Level (TRL) by the end of Phase B1
• Support the definition of the overall project breakdown structure (Work Breakdown Structure) for phases B2, C/D, and E1 through in‑orbit commissioning
• Assist in developing the programme plan for the satellite across phases B2, C/D, and E1 up to in‑orbit calibration and validation
• Support the creation of a project implementation schedule for the platform, aligned with the overall programme planning
• Analyse and assess potential cost drivers for the platform
• Support the identification and evaluation of technical and programmatic risks, including cost, schedule, and feasibility drivers. Support the definition and implementation of risk mitigation measures for the platform

Your Qualifications

• Master-level degree in aerospace engineering with a focus on space systems
• Knowledge of exploration, in-space transportation and servicing missions
• Competencies in space mission design, satellite systems engineering and spacecraft subsystem design
• High level of flexibility, willingness to work in international teams and ability to keep tight schedules
• High motivation, pro-active working approach and strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication, presentation and documentation skills
• Fluency in both spoken and written (business) English

Ideal:

• Industry experience in space system engineering
• Knowledge of requirements engineering for subsystems of space systems and preparation of specifications
• Experience in proposal preparation
• Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering
• Fluency in German language

We offer

• Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & specialleave 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.

OHB System AG
Human Resources

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