0Chief Engineer for major projects (m/f/d)
Hensoldt | Germany | 73xxx Oberkochen | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 16.07.2026 on stepstone.de

Chief Engineer for major projects (m/f/d)

Branch: Electrical engineering Branch: Electrical engineering


HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with global reach. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops complete sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a technology leader, HENSOLDT is driving the development of defence electronics and optronics and continuously expanding its portfolio on the basis of innovative approaches to data management, robotics and cyber security. Our products can be used in the areas of Space, Air, Land, Sea, Security, Cyber & Information Space. In 2023, HENSOLDT achieved sales of 1.85 billion euros. After the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs about 8,500 employees. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX. For the area "Ground & Naval Solutions" we are looking at the Oberkochen location, Aalen location at the next possible time Senior Engineer (m/d) Within the "Ground & Naval Solutions" development area, various disciplines such as software, optics, electronics and mechanics are combined to develop high-quality, optronic visual systems. Our solutions combine information from multiple sensors working on visible and infrared wavelengths to provide the user with reliable information even under the most difficult conditions and to ensure the success of his mission. .

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Lateral leadership/team management and methodological guidance of overall system development (system engineering, requirements management, system architecture, integration and validation) across several departments and areas for large-scale projects (e.g. Luchs2) Coordination, leadership and further development of interdisciplinary engineering teams as well as external employees Reporting to project management and management on technical progress and challenges incl. the required key figures analysis, testing and specification determination; the creation and testing of cost estimates; defining appropriate supply packages for supply creation for the development of system solutions in the context of development contracts in coordination with the project manager and the system engineers; Moderation and decision in different technical solutions Responsible for the development of the overarching system architecture for highly complex overall systems as well as the establishment of comprehensive technical requirements for the overall system in accordance with the contractual requirements technical structuring of the project to achieve a consistent system design; Ensuring the description and development of subsystems and components with a variety of links and interfaces based on the requirements of the customer or the project management and in coordination with the participating departments ensuring the quality of the order in coordination with system engineers and project managers; ensuring proper technical documentation; Decision/responsibility of corrective measures in the event of discrepancies consulting the project and product management and our customers on technical questions; Cooperation with the strategy for the program/product on technical product development Ensuring compliance with quality standards, schedules and budget requirements Identification and management of technical risks and development of solutions Close cooperation with stakeholders, customers and suppliers to ensure the technical requirements in the context of time and costs Implementation and control of design reviews, tests and validation processes Mentoring and Development of Technical Managers and Engineers (w/m/d)

Complete studies in systems engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, automation technology or a comparable technical field Long-standing experience in system engineering and the handling of complex overall systems, preferably in military or safety-critical environment Knowledge of requirements engineering/management Very good knowledge of system modeling methods Experience with architectural development for complex mechatronic systems and sensory and software-intensive products Leadership experience of advantage Practical experience with mCAD, eCAD and SAP is beneficial Very good knowledge of the V-model, agile approach models (agiles Systems Engineering) and classic project management detectable experience in (lateral) leadership, team moderation/coordination and methodological skills of teams Very pronounced ability to quickly capture complex relationships and derive measures Embossed communication skills and structured and analytical methods Entrepreneurial thinking and the ability to combine technical decisions with business interests Enthusiasm and very high self-motivation German and English skills

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ava Hensoldt
73447  Oberkochen
Germany
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