Propulsion Product Manager

OHB Sweden AB; Kista; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

OHB Sweden AB, located in Kista, is seeking a Propulsion Product Manager to lead in the development of satellite propulsion systems. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in managing space propulsion products. Key responsibilities include defining product strategy, managing profit & loss, and leading continuous improvement within the product line. Proficiency in English and strong financial acumen are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience managing space propulsion products or high-reliability hardware.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Skill in prioritizing R&D and integrating features into delivery programmes.

Responsibilities

• Define product strategy and roadmap.
• Manage profit & loss forecasts and development spend.
• Lead continuous improvement processes.
• Build and maintain supply chain relationships.
• Capture customer feedback to inform product roadmaps.

Skills

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Customer-driven mindset

Technical roadmap building

Education

University degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

OHB Sweden is a leading provider of satellites and satellite sub‑systems for Low‑Earth‑Orbit, geostationary and interplanetary missions. We develop, build, test and operate space systems for missions within communications, earth observation, space research and exploration. Our activity focus is small satellites as well as propulsion subsystems and innovative Attitude & Orbit Control Systems (AOCS).

We are now looking for a Propulsion Product Manager to grow and strengthen our satellite propulsion portfolio.

Propulsion Product Manager Responsibilities

• Define product strategy and roadmap.
• Position the products: define cost/lead time/performance targets, set high‑level technical and program requirements and KPIs.
• Own profit & loss forecasts: maintain the product P&L outlook, manage cost databases and standard WBS.
• Manage investments: track and prioritise development spend, provide price guidance and minimum sales targets.
• Run the product line: lead continuous improvement within the approved annual budget, prioritise, decide and unblock to keep momentum.
• Build the supply chain: decide make/buy for parts and investments, shape partnerships and long‑term agreements.
• Maintain the tech roadmap: manage the product backlog, identify R&D needs and features, seek external funding and secure approvals.
• Close the feedback loop: capture functionality feedback through customer visits and surveys, translate insights into backlog and roadmap updates.
• Drive product proposals: support proposal preparation by shaping win theme and providing technical, financial and program inputs.

Qualifications

• University degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or similar.
• Proven experience (≥3 years) managing space propulsion products (regulators/valves, thrusters, feed systems) or adjacent high‑reliability hardware.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Skill at building tech roadmaps, prioritising R&D and integrating features into delivery programmes.
• Clear, concise communicator who aligns engineering, procurement, sales and programme teams.
• Customer‑driven mindset with a track record of continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are highly motivated to participate in the development of future space systems, feel confident that you meet the above requirements and want to find yourself in a dynamic and inspiring work environment, then we look forward to hearing from you!