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Lead Systems Engineer
Activities:
You will lead a team of Systems Engineers to develop a Launcher upper stage tank system. In your role as Lead Systems Engineer you will be responsible for the following activities:
- -> Team management
- -> Development, design, processing of develop projects concerning Systems Engineering tasks (Requirements management, technical coordination)
- -> Contribution to development of strategic targets and the related implementation strategies
- -> Coordination and processing of internal R&D programs and studies/ development programs for space agencies
- -> Contribution to proposal-management team
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Skills:
You ideally have the following qualifications and experience:
- - University degree in appropriate subject (e.g. Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical engineering)
- - Specialisation in development/design of Aerospace Systems
- - Experience in design of structures and/or tanks
- - Several years of experience in Systems Engineering
- - Systems knowledge of Ariane 5-ESC-A upper stages development would be beneficial
- - Experience in team leading and ability to work in a team environment
- - Ability to work in team
- - Fluency in English is mandatory and the knowledge of French would be advantageous
Starting date:
September 2008
An exciting and international working environment in a highly innovative team is waiting for you. You will benefit from focused training and development bundled with a competitive salary.
You are welcome to apply online or send an English CV via Email to
Mrs. Lena Meyer
HE Space Operations GmbH
bremen@hespace.com
Please note: Due to work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you already hold a work permit for Germany.
Bremen
Germany
28199
