Team Lead Product Engineering Aerospace; mwd

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

The What:
As a Team Lead Engineering at Blackwave you'll lead the technical development of next-generation composite systems driving innovation from first concept to flight-ready production. Your leadership will ensure that our advanced composite structures are not only technically outstanding but also reliable and built to perform in the toughest aerospace environments.

The Why:
At Blackwave we're on a mission to redefine what's possible in lightweight structures for space and aerospace applications. Our goal is to make composite pressure vessels and structures fail-safe, efficient and scalable for the next generation of flight systems.

Your Mission

• Lead the development of our COPVs: Drive projects that push composite and metal materials to their limits from prototype tanks through to their serial production.
• Engineer for excellence: Shape the technical roadmap, ensure robust design methods and make critical decisions that balance performance, manufacturability and cost.
• Command collaboration
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  Unite and inspire a multidisciplinary team across design, materials, FEM, tooling and production ensuring alignment and technical synergy. You will also be coordinating with the product team and our project managers to ensure all projects make over the finish line on time and to satisfy the pull from the market.
• Build the framework: Establish systems and processes that enable transparent development, documentation, efficient workflows and smooth transfer from engineering to production.
• Mentor and empower: Develop your team of engineers' technical capabilities through coaching, feedback and hands-on problem-solving to ensure continuous growth and innovation.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  , Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field
• 3-5 years of professional experience in product or process development, ideally in composites, lightweight structures or aerospace manufacturing
• Proven leadership or advanced project management experience in technical environments
• Strong knowledge of material behavior
  , structural mechanics and manufacturing processes
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills with a structured analytical and solution-oriented mindset
• Fluent in English (C1/C2);
  German is also nice to have for on-site collaboration

• Freedom to lead: Take responsibility and make impactful technical decisions in a flat agile organization.
• Grow in aerospace: Work on cutting-edge composite technologies for world-class aerospace partners.
• Fuel your focus: Enjoy daily team lunches with freshly prepared meals and premium coffee.
• Choose your perk: Germany Ticket, Egym Wellpass or Give Card—your choice, your benefit.
• Recharge fully: Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation to rest, recharge and refuel for your next mission.
• Gear up for take-off: Receive premium Blackwave team apparel and join a crew that values collaboration and excellence.
• Aim higher: Thrive in a growing company with real opportunities for personal and professional development, all while enjoying Alpine views from our rooftop terrace

Please send your CV in English and get ready for take off.
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Blackwave GmbH is a dynamic and leading aerospace company. We specialize in pushing boundaries through the development and production of high-performance off-the-shelf pressure vessels and complex carbon structures. Our off-the-shelf COPV approach reflects our forward-thinking mindset and our relentless pursuit of innovation. Join us on this journey to the stars in our innovative work setting where team spirit enthusiasm and growth opportunities thrive.

Send us your CV and apply directly via our website today!

Required Experience: IC

Key Skills Law Enforcement, ABB, Marine Biology, Filing, Automobile, AV

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1