Team Lead Assembly (F/M/D)

Isar Aerospace

Mission Brief  As the Lead Technician at our rocket engine test site in Kiruna you will lead a team of mechanical and electrical technicians in operating, maintaining, and upgrading our test facilities. Together with your team you will configure, troubleshoot, and repair engines and components for both development testing and flight. You will be responsible for planning your team’s activities in close coordination with other functions, including logistics and engineering.  Your Role in Our Space Mission:  * Have direct personnel responsibility for a team of electricians and technicians and oversee their day-to-day activities * Ensure activities performed by the team are safe and in accordance with applicable regulations * Ensure team members have the requisite training and competence to perform their work * Have the necessary maintenance and calibration performed on facilities, test rig, tooling, and equipment utilized by the team * Lead and contribute to the creation and updating of operational procedures for activities such as commissioning, pressure testing, and engine hotfire * Take part in short- and long-term personnel and financial planning for all aspects of operation of the site, including test operations, engine and component handling, and maintenance * Lead and support troubleshooting of both test facility and engine issues * Maintain records of activities performed by the team in accordance with applicable regulations and company policy * Foster a culture of continuous improvement by proactively identifying and implementing ideas and improvements * When necessary directly support the team by taking part in tasks and test operations as needed   Qualification Checklist    * At least 5 years of experience in a technical hands-on role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position * A safety-conscious mindset * Practical working experience with hazardous systems and environments such as cryogenics, pyrophorics and explosive atmospheres * Practical working experience with high pressure gas systems including assembly, commissioning & leak checking, and operation * Proficiency in maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical, fluid, mechanical, and other complex systems * Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards * Effective communication * Problem-solving and critical thinking * Time management and organizational skills * Fluent in English   Bonus Skills   * Experience working in a development test environment with cryogenics and high pressure gas * Relevant formal technical education and/or certifications or licenses held * Excellent problem-solving skills * Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and safety  * Proficiency in CAD software and the MS Office suite Benefits * Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program * 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge * Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day * Relocation support: Benefit from our relocation bonus with deductible expenses up to an agreed amount, as well as the option for subsidized temporary housing * Transportation to/from work: Convenient and affordable transportation with company cars available for pick-up and drop-off at designated times * Wellness allowance: Stay healthy and fit with our yearly 5.000 SEK allowance for wellness activities (e.g Gym, Massages) * Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period  * Physical and mental well-being: Access via OpenUp the online support from certified psychologists and lifestyle experts at no cost to you and your family * And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.   Who we are We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space. Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations. We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation. We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career! Want to find out more about us? Visit www.isaraerospace.com Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy. Disclaimer Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Isar Aerospace

Mission Brief  As Director of Production Engineering, you are accountable for the end-to-end production engineering capability across all manufacturing operations. Your mission is to industrialize development outputs into repeatable, scalable, and compliant serial production, ensuring manufacturing readiness, process stability, quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery. You lead the team that converts early procedures into robust production standards, embeds them in PLM/MES systems, and drives continuous improvement across the factory. You act as the primary interface between Engineering (design & development) and Manufacturing (production & operations)—ensuring requirements, procedures, tooling, documentation, test strategies, and digital manufacturing infrastructure are aligned for high-rate, high-quality execution.  Your Role in Our Space Mission:  1) Production engineering strategy & leadership * Define and execute the production engineering roadmap, including industrialization strategy, standardization, and scalability for serial production. * Lead and develop a team of production/process/manufacturing engineers; set goals, coaching plans, hiring needs, and performance standards. * Establish clear governance for process ownership, engineering change implementation, and cross-functional decision-making. 2) Assembly, integration & test (AIT) process ownership * Own manufacturing process definition across: * Assembly: mechanical/electrical build procedures, torque specs, critical process parameters, work instructions. * Integration: subsystem integration strategy (e.g., avionics, propulsion, communications), sequencing, interfaces, and acceptance criteria. * Testing: functional, subsystem, and system-level test strategy; test readiness, execution plans, and troubleshooting methodology. * Ensure processes are repeatable, auditable, and optimized for safety, throughput, and quality. 3) Industrialization & manufacturing readiness (NPI / transfer to production) * Coordinate with development teams to receive initial procedures and convert them into production-ready standards (control plans, critical-to-quality characteristics where relevant). * Drive manufacturing readiness reviews, line readiness, and process qualification for new products, variants, or upgrades. * Lead the “first builds”/pilot runs, capturing learnings and stabilizing procedures for volume execution. 4) Digital manufacturing (PLM/MES) & configuration control * Own the production engineering contribution to PLM/MES: * Translate procedures into structured digital work instructions. * Ensure traceability, configuration control, and alignment of as-built data. * Oversee creation and maintenance of: * mBOM (Manufacturing Bill of Materials) * BOP (Bill of Process) * Routings, work centers, and data collection points for quality and traceability. * Ensure engineering changes are implemented cleanly and quickly, with minimal disruption to production. 5) Documentation, compliance & quality partnership * Ensure complete, consistent documentation for: * Work instructions, process specifications, test reports, NCRs (non-conformance reports), deviations/waivers, and as-built configurations. * Partner with Quality to build robust nonconformance management and corrective action systems (root cause, containment, RCCA & PA). * Ensure processes meet applicable regulatory, customer, and internal compliance requirements. 6) Cross-functional execution & production support * Serve as senior escalation point for technical blockers in production: diagnose recurring issues, direct corrective actions, and prevent reoccurrence. * Align with Supply Chain and Operations on: * Kitting strategy, material availability, critical path timelines, and constraint removal. * Coordinate engineering support coverage and readiness for shifts, rate increases, and critical campaigns. 7) Continuous improvement, cost & throughput * Support Lean Team on Lean/CI initiatives to improve: * Yield, cycle time, takt adherence, OEE, scrap/rework reduction, and labor efficiency. * Establish KPIs and operating mechanisms (tier meetings, weekly business reviews) to track and improve production engineering performance. * Build business cases for capital investments (test equipment, tooling, automation) and manage the budget for your scope. 8) Capability building: training & knowledge management * Build a strong knowledge-transfer system between engineers and technicians: * Training plans, certification matrices, standardized visual work instructions, and lessons-learned libraries. * Ensure procedures are systematically categorized, version-controlled, and easily accessible to production teams. Success measures (typical KPIs) * Improved first-pass yield, reduced NCR rate, reduced rework hours * Reduced cycle time and improved on-time delivery * Faster and cleaner engineering change implementation * Increased process stability (fewer repeat issues, fewer line stops) * Strong audit outcomes and complete traceability / as-built compliance * High team engagement, retention, and capability maturity Qualification Checklist  * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial Engineering, or similar. * Significant experience in production/manufacturing engineering, industrialization, manufacturing operations—ideally across complex electromechanical systems. * Proven leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional stakeholders. * Strong working knowledge of PLM and/or MES, and structured manufacturing artifacts such as mBOM/BOP, routings, work instructions, and configuration control. * Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting and structured problem solving (e.g., 8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why). * Solid project/program management skills: prioritization, risk management, schedule ownership. * Fluent English; German or other languages depending on site needs. Benefits  * Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program * 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge * Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period * Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day * Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket * Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service   * Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass) * Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period * Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children * And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.          Who we are We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space. Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations. We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation. We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career! Want to find out more about us? Visit www.isaraerospace.com Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy. Disclaimer Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Metaview We use Metaview to record interview audio so our team can review it later and stay focused during the conversation. 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Wingcopter

DEINE AUFGABEN Take innovation beyond development — lead industrialization that delivers real-world impact. * Manage a team of up to 10 production and manufacturing engineers, ensuring effective task allocation and goal achievement. * Analyse and improve production flow (composites, trimming, painting, assembly) by reducing effort, improving ergonomics, and resolving production issues. * Improve production efficiency by reducing costs and material usage; implement standardisation and develop industrialisation equipment, tools, and jigs. * Ensure effective simultaneous engineering across departments. * Maintain process stability by owning work instructions and production documentation; perform process validation. * Ensure product quality by supporting production and quality teams and maintaining safe, standardised, and efficient processes. * Identify, document, and report unsafe practices and production issues. DEIN PROFIL * You have an Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering or equivalent professional qualification and 5+ years of proven experience in manufacturing engineering or similar. * Your experience with Catia and 3D experience software as well as MS office is excellent; knoledge in VBA is a plus. * In Jira and Confluence you have poficient knowledge and you are competent in Linux and Python. * You have a project management certification in Prince2 or equivalent . * Your knowledge in time studies for work method, work procedure and work condition is good; a REFA method certification (or similar) is a plus. * You have superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. * You can communicate at a sophisticated level in both German and English. WAS DU ALS IDEALE KANDIDATIN ODER IDEALER KANDIDAT MITBRINGST * You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success. * You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude. * You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future. WAS WIR ANBIETEN * A free parking space right at the office – for the days you come in. * Enjoy attractive employee discounts with corporate benefits on a variety of products and services. * Join the fun at our employee events and team-building activities. * Many of our roles offer remote work options and flexible hours to balance your life and work. * Stay fit with access to EGYM Wellpass  – your wellbeing is a priority. * On two wheels to work? Take advantage of our Business Bike option and commute the healthy way. WARUM WIR? * A motivated and supportive team, where every voice is heard, and collaboration drives our success. * A fast-growing tech startup, where the pace is exciting, and every day presents new challenges and opportunities. * A place where your ideas can take flight, allowing you to shape and influence projects from the ground up. * Dedicated to your personal and professional growth, offering opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive. * A company that values impact, where your work truly makes a difference and contributes to something meaningful.