System Engineering Manager

Capital International Staffing; Niedersachsen; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is urgently seeking an experienced Systems Engineering Manager for the telecommunications division of a satellite manufacturer in Northern Germany. This key role involves leading system engineers, collaborating across departments, and ensuring mission goals are met. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s in Aerospace Engineering, extensive experience in the space sector, and be fluent in German and English. The position offers full-time employment with travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the space sector as a technical/system leader.
• Solid experience in system engineering and satellite/platform design.
• Deep understanding of space communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the system engineers in the constellation program.
• Act as a technical interface between project management and the customer.
• Define system requirements in coordination with project management.
• Evaluate technical design and ongoing development.

Skills

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Strong technical foundation

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Teamwork skills

Education

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An experienced Systems Engineering Manager is urgently required to join the Telecommunications division of a leading satellite manufacturer in Northern Germany. This is a key technical and organisational role supporting a constellation program, initially in Phase B1, with strong collaboration across engineering, project management, and customer interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the system engineers in the constellation program, ensuring mission technical goals are met.
• Act as a technical interface between project management and the customer.
• Define system requirements (incl. verification approach) in coordination with project management.
• Evaluate technical design and ongoing development; initiate independent analyses and corrective actions for deviations.
• Define and implement system engineering processes, organisational workflows, and technical coordination between departments.
• Ensure efficient technical information exchange and cross-functional collaboration within the project and broader engineering teams.
• Organise regular project checkpoints, including cost and technical budgeting at the system level.
• Ensure timely delivery of system engineering team inputs and outputs.
• Support risk assessments, cost structure evaluations, and overall project planning.
• Collaborate closely with the payload and satellite technology departments on satellite design.
• Contribute to related studies, cost optimisation, and ongoing product development for the telecommunications platform.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the space sector, particularly as a technical/system leader in studies (Phases A/B) and projects (Phases B2/C/D).
• Solid experience in system engineering, including mission definition, constellation, and satellite/platform/subsystem design (incl. AIV/AIT phases).
• Deep understanding of space communication systems, especially telecommunications satellites.
• Strong technical foundation and analytical thinking.
• Ability to challenge technical assumptions and drive corrective measures.
• High level of self-motivation and goal alignment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Must-Have Requirements

• Fluent in German and English
• Willingness to travel (~30%)
• Eligible for security clearance
• Strong technical and systems engineering background

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management, Project Management, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Space Research and Technology, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Manufacturing