For permanent employment OHB System AG in Oberpfaffenhofen is looking for a
Technical Product Owner - Space & Defence Simulation (m/f/d)
At OHB System AG you’ll join a leading European systems integrator driving the future of space-based defence. In this role you’ll lead the development of a state-of-the-art system of systems simulation platform, with elements interacting in real-time. Such simulation architecture will be the backbone integrating space assets, air-defence systems and national missile-defence infrastructures across Europe enabling the development of space and air shield systems. If you thrive on technical challenges, enjoy complexity, and want to shape systems that matter on a continental scale, this role is for you.
Your Tasks
- Lead and coordinate the development of the simulator’s core modules, including:
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Geometry module: simulation of satellite and system-of-systems positions and orientations (LEO, GEO, etc.) at each time step
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Scene generation module: modelling of the observed environment, including atmospheric effects and radiative transfer
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Sensor module: representation of geometric, spectral and radiometric sensor behaviour tailored to mission use cases
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Ground processor: ingestion and correction of sensor data, applying instrument-specific compensations
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User module: execution of image-processing algorithms to extract mission-relevant information
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Drive the creation of technical concepts and requirements for the simulator
- Manage and prioritize the software engineering tasks and backlog
- Ensure the information flow between the software team and other stakeholders, working in an international team of experts from OHB and project partners
- Monitor and control technical progress, schedule, cost and quality in close collaboration with project management
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Identify, assess and mitigate software-product and project risks
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Lead the control and evaluation of changes that impact the scope, budget, or timeline of the project
- Prepare, organize and lead technical reviews as well as key project milestone reviews
Your Qualifications
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Degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
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Experience with distributed simulation frameworks (HLA), and with system-of-systems simulation; experience in defence-related simulator development is a strong advantage
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Experience with atmospheric modelling, radiative transfer, sensor behaviour or image-processing workflows is beneficial
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Experience with applicable NATO standards and processes, and/or knowledge of related process standards from adjacent fields (such as ECSS-E-ST-40C and ECSS-Q-ST-80C or DO-178C)
- Strong skills in self-organization, prioritization and structured work planning
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High motivation, proactive mindset and strong sense of responsibility
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Outstanding communication, documentation and presentation skills
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Willingness and ability to obtain required German security clearance
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Fluency in English and German, both spoken and written
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.
