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The key challenge includes the execution of all operational requirements of our diverse customer base while considering the technical capabilities and constraints of our aircrafts. Our customers expect high performance IT systems and state-of-the-art software applications that make use of the technical capabilities of our aircrafts and allow a safe operation.\nYour location\nLocated about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach.\nYour benefits\n Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.\n Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.\nGrowth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.\n Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.\nDiversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.\nYour tasks and responsibilities\nLead of system engineering activities in the assigned projects\nDefine future product developments\nPlanning and co-ordination of a development project within the department\nTake over responsibility for the assigned project tasks and manage the agreed scope, time, cost and quality requirements\nManage project priorities in cooperation with Project Management Organization\nFocus on Customer satisfaction and ensure full compliance with valid rules and regulations\nLead analysis (Analysis of characteristics and performance) to translate customer requirements, avionics systems requirements into system specifications.\nPlanning, coordinating and performing technical reviews according to Airbus processes and provide regular status reports\nSupport the development of other system engineers within the team\nDesired skills and qualifications\nUniversity Engineering Degree or Master in Information Technology, Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent\nExtensive experience as Technical Project Manager and/or System Lead Engineer\nProfound knowledge in developing avionics and/or mission support software\nGood knowledge of Airbus development processes and/or development standards\nExperience with product lines and modular architectures\nHW/SW Design,Windows Client/Server, IT Security Hardening, IT Infrastructure \nNegotiation level in English is a must, good knowledge of German, Spanish or French would be a plus\nOperational background is a plus\nExcellent communication and teamwork skills.\nWillingness to travel within Germany and abroad\nThis position will require a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.\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!\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:\nVehicle Mission & Control 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. 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