Head of Engineering

Head of Engineering

Enpulsion

Vienna, Austria

Job Overview

ENPULSION is looking for a Head of Engineering to lead our 16-person Engineering team and report directly to the COO.

In this role, you will define and drive the technical direction of our propulsion systems, lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering organization, and ensure strong execution across the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience in a regulated industry, deep understanding of hardware systems, and a proven track record of guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and drive the technical strategy for our propulsion systems in line with company goals;
• Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering organization across multiple disciplines;
• Build a scalable leadership structure and support team growth through clear goals, feedback, and performance management;
• Guide complex technical decisions and help teams solve cross-disciplinary engineering challenges;
• Oversee the technical direction of product development across the full lifecycle;
• Strengthen engineering processes, project execution, documentation, and configuration management;
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements in the space industry;
• Act as the link between engineering and leadership, translating technical topics into business context;
• Foster a culture of accountability, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Your profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field;
• 10+ years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles;
• Track record of successfully leading engineering teams through complex technical challenges;
• Experience in a regulated industry and working with regulatory bodies;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders;
• Experience establishing and scaling engineering teams during company growth;
• Ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution;
• Clear leadership style with strong decision-making, coaching, and resource management skills;
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and technical challenges.

Ideal Skills

• Experience in the space industry;
• Experience with in-space propulsion systems;
• Project Management experience in regulated hardware environments.