Technical Manager (m/f/d) Instrument Units

Space Tech GmbH; Immenstaad am Bodensee; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse tasks in high-end space technology

Opportunity for personal impact and development

Profit sharing

Company pension scheme

Flexible home office rules

Job summary

IT-Systemhaus der Bundesagentur für Arbeit in Immenstaad am Bodensee is looking for a Technical Manager (m/f/d) for Instrument Units. You will manage subcontractor relationships for high-end space technology projects, ensuring successful development and compliance with contractual standards.

The role requires proven experience in space project management, strong technical knowledge of laser-optics, and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for professional development and profit sharing are included, as well as a beautiful working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in development and project management for space projects.
• Experience with laser-optical systems or electrical units.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for subcontractors on interferometric instrument units.
• Coordinate and monitor subcontractor development activities.
• Conduct technical assessments and shadow engineering.

Skills

Development and project management for space projects

Strong understanding of laser-optical systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Ability to work independently and in teams

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Physics, Electronics, or related field

Job description

Technical Manager (m/f/d) Instrument Units

Due to our increased engagement in the area of laser interferometric instruments in collaboration with international partners and institutes, we are hiring new employees to strengthen our team in Payload.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary responsible and direct point of contact for the subcontractor assigned to an interferometric instrument unit, e.g. frequency reference system
• Coordinate, implement, and monitor the subcontractor’s development activities
• Conduct technical assessments and, if necessary, perform shadow engineering
• Collaborate with engineers across the company as part of the payload team
• Negotiate change requests and manage contract change notices
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements regarding quality, cost, and schedule
• Report regularly to the project manager
• Organize and lead technical meetings and project reviews

Qualifications

• Proven experience in development and project management for space projects (minimum 3 years each, minimum 5 years in total)
• Strong understanding of laser-optical systems (e.g. cavity) or electrical units (e.g. ICU)
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and foster a culture of inclusion
• Able to work independently as well as within interdisciplinary teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in German is a definite asset
• Master’s degree or PhD in Physics, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently within Europe on short notice

Benefits

• Diverse tasks in the area of high-end space technology
• Opportunity for personal impact and development possibilities in flat company hierarchies
• Living and working in an area of natural beauty and safety offering a large variety of leisure activities
• Profit sharing, company pension scheme, flexible home office rules and many more…

This position will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.