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
Automation Engineer (m/f/d)
The Automation Team within Support AIT is expanding its mission from traditional test automation to a much broader objective: supporting the industrialization of AIT for future constellation-scale satellite production. As new programs will require high-volume, repeatable, and highly efficient integration and testing processes, automation becomes a key enabler. In this context, the team is launching initiatives that combine automation, Artificial Intelligence, and robotics to transform how satellites are integrated, tested, and operated. We are looking for an Automation, AI & Robotics Engineer who wants to be part of this transformation and help shape how large-scale satellite production will be performed in the near future. This role goes far beyond scripting for tests — it sits at the intersection of engineering workflows, smart tooling, AI-driven assistance, and robotic process integration.
Your Tasks
- Support the tester engineers in design and develop of automation solutions for satellite integration, testing and operational activities
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Contribute to the industrialization of Assembly, Integration and Testting (AIT) processes for high-volume satellite production
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Identify manual, repetitive, or error-prone processes and propose automation improvements
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Support and consultancy for testers by code reviews, code guidelines and trainings
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Maintenance and improvement of the framework for test automation
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Deliver useful documentation and respective trainings e.g. user manuals
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Contribute to AI-driven initiatives such as:
- Log and telemetry analysis for error detection
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Intelligent assistants to support test procedures and operators
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Process data analysis to improve efficiency and reliability
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Develop tools, scripts, and frameworks used by AIT, software, subsystem, and operations teams
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Collaborate closely with engineers to understand workflows and translate them into automation, AI and robotics solutions
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Help shape the future direction of the Automation Team
Your Qualifications
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Degree in Software Engineering, Software Development, Robotics, Computer Science or a related field
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Strong software engineering skills, with proven experience in developing and maintaining automation solutions (preferably in Python and Tcl/Tk but nice to have Qml/C++/Java)
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Demonstrated experience designing and maintaining automation frameworks, not limited to individual scripts, including modular and reusable architectures
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Solid understanding of version control systems (e.g. Git) and collaborative development practices
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Interest in automation, tooling, and process improvement
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Curiosity about Artificial Intelligence, data analysis, or software agents
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Ability to understand complex technical systems and workflows
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Proactive mindset and problem-solving attitude
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Good communication skills and ability to work across teams
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Experience in AIT, testing environments, or aerospace is a plus, but not mandatory
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Fluency in spoken and written English, willingness to learn German is a plus
Nice to have
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Experience with CCS (Central Check-Out Systems)
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Experience applying data analysis or AI techniques (e.g. log/telemetry analysis, anomaly detection, process optimization)
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Familiarity with Python data and ML libraries (e.g. pandas, NumPy, scikit‑learn)
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Background in AIT, aerospace, satellite systems, or space operations
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Exposure to robotics, physical automation, or mechatronic systems
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Experience developing tools used by multiple engineering teams
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Knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps, or automation deployment in lab or production environments
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Interest in shaping future automation strategies for large‑scale satellite production i.e. serial production
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
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.
