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Reporting to the Chief Engineer and line management, this role requires strong decision-making, self-organization, and the ability to motivate others in a fast-paced, agile environment.\nYour location\nAt the Airbus site in Immenstaad , you work right where the future of Connected Intelligence, Space, and Air Power takes shape. In an environment that offers a broad perspective, you will drive technological innovations across multiple domains.\nOur site thrives on dialogue: On campus, you will encounter a unique network of experts in satellite technology, military aviation, cyber security, Artificial Intelligence, as well as the Combat Cloud and Ground Support of tomorrow. Our collaboration is equally dynamic-working in agile teams, we tackle the most complex challenges, ranging from AI-driven Earth observation to secure cloud architecture. Those seeking technological excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration will find the ideal environment here.\nOur Benefits for You\n\nYour tasks and responsibilities\nLead Technical Teams: Manage and guide multidisciplinary engineering teams across multiple sites\n\nSystem Breakdown: Oversee the decomposition of complex systems into subsystems and components\n\nProject Planning and Execution: Create and maintain project schedules and execute plans\n\nDecision-Making: Make critical technical and strategic decisions to resolve issues and drive project progress\n\nQuality and Progress Monitoring, Reporting, apply agile methodologies to manage workflows\n\nMotivate team members, encouraging innovation, accountability, and high performance\n\nEnsure compliance with defense industry standards and regulations\n\nTravel as needed to coordinate with teams, stakeholders, and clients\n\nDesired skills and qualifications\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related field.\nExperience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on the defense or automotive industry\nProven expertise in system breakdown, requirements engineering, and testing\nExperience leading technical teams and managing projects across multiple sites\nKnowledge of agile methodologies, specifically Scrum and SAFe would be beneficial\nExcellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities\nStrong organizational skills and self-motivated work ethic\nAbility to motivate and inspire team members\nFlexible and adaptable to changing project demands\nStrong communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement\nAbility to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment\nFamiliarity with defense industry standards and practices\nWhy Join Us?\nJoin a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of the defense industry, where you will have the opportunity to lead cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and make a meaningful impact.\nWhy Airbus Defence and Space?\nContributing to defense projects offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on global security and innovation. Developing defense technologies allows you to protect lives, safeguard communities, and contribute to national and global stability.\nBy joining defense projects, you play a role in addressing global threats, from cyberattacks to geopolitical challenges. Your contributions help create a safer, more stable world, making a difference on a scale few industries can match.\nNot a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.\nTake your career to a new level and apply online now!\nf0682a678faf\nThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.\nCompany:\nAirbus Defence and Space GmbHEmployment Type:\nPermanent-------\nExperience Level:\nProfessionalJob Family:\nChief Engineering & Architecture By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.\nAirbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .\nAt Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. 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