OHB System AG

Lead Operations Engineer (m/f/d)

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About the opportunity

OHB Digital Connect GmbH is a subsidiary of the OHB SE technology and space group, headquartered in Bremen. The focus of its business activities is on ground-based systems and services. This primarily includes the operation of satellites, as well as the provision of IT systems and applications for the use of satellite-generated data. By combining various sensor technologies and data links, comprehensive solutions for the acquisition and secure processing of data can also be offered in the field of Earth observation and reconnaissance. As an experienced provider of satellite ground systems, antennas, and telescopes, OHB Digital Connect GmbH is also a reliable partner for the development of mechatronic systems. With this broadly based portfolio, OHB Digital Connect GmbH can meet the requirements of customers from a wide variety of industries and market segments.

OHB Digital Connect GmbH

Human Resources

OHB Digital Connect GmbH is seeking at the Ottobrunn location for permanent employment:

Lead Operations Engineer (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities

  1. Ensuring the routine operation of satellite platforms
  1. Participation in simulations and mission preparations - including launch preparations, LEOP, and IOD
  1. Processing and implementation of Operational Service Requests
  1. Processing and analysis of anomaly reports
  1. Support in the creation of reports and documentation
  1. Processing of User Help Desk requests
  1. Responsibility for shift planning
  1. Planning, control, and quality assurance of training measures
  1. Support of personnel planning

Your Qualifications

  1. Completed degree in a STEM field (Master's or higher)
  1. Experience in handling real-time systems and executing technical procedures in an operational environment
  1. Several years of professional experience in an operational environment in the aerospace industry
  1. Experience with common satellite control tools, e.g., SCOS, EGS-CC, CCS5 or comparable systems
  1. Extensive experience in leading teams and managing complex projects
  1. Ability to work precisely under time pressure
  1. Willingness to work shifts and undertake business travel
  1. Very good German and English skills (min. C1 level) in spoken and written
  1. Driver's license class B
  1. Knowledge in the areas of flight dynamics, space communication, high-frequency technologies, and/or ground segment systems is advantageous

We Offer

  • Work-Life Balance: flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 vacation days & special leave days
  • Mobile Working: hybrid work model & mobile working abroad
  • Structured onboarding process (incl. support from a buddy)
  • Development: Extensive training offerings, individual further development & annual employee dialogue
  • Space Projects
  • Additional Benefits: 13 gross monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan
  • Catering: High-quality company restaurant & generous meal allowance
  • Active Health Promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & sports groups
  • Family: Kindergarten subsidy / kindergarten places, children's holiday care & paid child sick days
  • Mobility: Subsidized Deutschlandticket, Jobrad & parking spaces
  • Company Parties & Events: Christmas party, Satellite Launch Events, NextGen Speakers Night
  • Innovation: Company suggestion scheme & free research and development

A complete overview of our benefits and more details can be viewed here on our website.

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Do not meet all the requirements? No problem - we welcome applications with partial matches! Please apply in German or English via our online tool.

Questions about this vacancy? Anna Scharath is available at ­­career@ohb.de.

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