Technical Product Owner (Space & Defence Simulation)

TL;DR

Technical Product Owner (Space & Defence Simulation): Leading the development of a state-of-the-art system of systems simulation platform for space and air shield systems with an accent on real-time interaction between space assets, air-defence systems, and missile-defence infrastructures. Focus on designing core simulation modules, managing the software backlog, and coordinating an international team of experts.

Location: Hybrid in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany. Willingness and ability to obtain required German security clearance is mandatory.

Company

One of the leading European space companies specializing in high-tech solutions for space, including satellites for Earth observation, navigation, and human space flight.

What you will do

• Lead and coordinate the development of core simulator modules, including geometry, scene generation, sensors, ground processing, and user modules.
• Drive the creation of technical concepts and requirements for the simulation platform.
• Manage and prioritize the software engineering backlog and tasks.
• Coordinate information flow between the software team and international stakeholders from OHB and project partners.
• Monitor and control technical progress, schedule, cost, and quality in collaboration with project management.
• Identify and mitigate software-product and project risks.

Requirements

• University degree or PhD in Earth System Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Signal Processing, or a similar field.
• Proficiency in technical/physical optics, spectrometry, signal processing, or image processing algorithms.
• Experience in scientific programming using MATLAB or Python, with a strong understanding of algorithmic complexity.
• Fluency in both English and German (spoken and written).
• Ability to obtain German security clearance.
• Strong skills in self-organization, prioritization, and structured work planning.

Culture & Benefits

• Work-life balance with flexible working hours, 30 days vacation, and sabbatical options.
• Hybrid work model including the possibility of mobile work abroad.
• Financial perks including a 13th monthly salary, company pension plan, and accident insurance.
• Professional growth via extensive training courses, individual development plans, and German language courses.
• Comprehensive family support, including kindergarten subsidies and paid child sickness days.
• On-site amenities such as a high-standard company restaurant with generous subsidies and health promotion (E-GYM).