Project Manager / Technical Manager (m/f/d) Space Studies

at  OHB System AG

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 / Technical Manager (m/f/d) Space Studies
As an experienced and committed Project Manager / Technical Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the successful implementation of exciting and complex projects in the national and international defense sector. You will lead interdisciplinary project teams, ensuring 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-effectively and to the highest quality.

Your Tasks

• Support the preparation and implementation of a large EU by managing order processing, program/mission proposals, and internal documentation.
• Leadership of the project team along the complete development of the project.
• Organize and chair regular project meetings to plan and review the project progress.
• Analysis, definition and agreement of the requirements with the project team and the customer(s).
• Identify future program lines and develop creative study approaches in collaboration with our institutional clients.
• Take responsibility for conducting studies or projects resulting from our proposals.
• Lead negotiations, strengthen our relationships with clients, and act as a liaison with key stakeholders in client organizations.
• Be part of a dynamic team where your ideas are valued, offering you the opportunity to shape the aerospace and defence industry.
• Shape the future of the aerospace industry as a Project Manager for proposal management.

Your Qualifications

• Successful completion of studies in aerospace, engineering, or a related field, demonstrating your expertise in the subject matter.
• Relevant practical experience, preferably in the dynamic realm of the aerospace industry, showcasing your hands-on knowledge.
• Knowledge of space projects, including systems and operations.
• Proven expertise in crafting compelling proposals (Proposals), highlighting your ability to create impactful pitches.
• A deep understanding of intricate institutional structures, enabling you to navigate effectively within our challenging environment.
• Passion and knowledge in the aerospace field are not just desirable but form the foundation of our collective success.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong result orientation, operational efficiency and ability to reach pragmatic and timely decisions.
• Proficiency in English is indispensable for this role, with knowledge of German providing an additional advantage.

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? Valentina Juricic is available under career@ohb.de

• Support the preparation and implementation of a large EU by managing order processing, program/mission proposals, and internal documentation.
• Leadership of the project team along the complete development of the project.
• Organize and chair regular project meetings to plan and review the project progress.
• Analysis, definition and agreement of the requirements with the project team and the customer(s).
• Identify future program lines and develop creative study approaches in collaboration with our institutional clients.
• Take responsibility for conducting studies or projects resulting from our proposals.
• Lead negotiations, strengthen our relationships with clients, and act as a liaison with key stakeholders in client organizations.
• Be part of a dynamic team where your ideas are valued, offering you the opportunity to shape the aerospace and defence industry.
• Shape the future of the aerospace industry as a Project Manager for proposal management