Technical Product Owner - Space & Defence Simulation
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Job description
At OHB System AG youâll join a leading European systems integrator driving the future of space-based defence. In this role youâll lead the development of a state-of-the-art system of systems simulation platform, with elements interacting in real-time. Such simulation architecture will be the backbone integrating space assets, air-defence systems and national missile-defence infrastructures across Europe enabling the development of space and air shield systems. If you thrive on technical challenges, enjoy complexity, and want to shape systems that matter on a continental scale, this role is for you Your Tasks
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Lead and coordinate the development of the simulatorâs core modules, including:
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Geometry module: simulation of satellite and system-of-systems positions and orientations (LEO, GEO, etc.) at each time step
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Scene generation module: modelling of the observed environment, including atmospheric effects and radiative transfer
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Sensor module: representation of geometric, spectral and radiometric sensor behaviour tailored to mission use cases
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Ground processor: ingestion and correction of sensor data, applying instrument-specific compensations
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User module: execution of image-processing algorithms to extract mission-relevant information
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Drive the creation of technical concepts and requirements for the simulator
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Manage and prioritize the software engineering tasks and backlog
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Ensure the information flow between the software team and other stakeholders, working in an international team of experts from OHB and project partners
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Monitor and control technical progress, schedule, cost and quality in close collaboration with project management
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Identify, assess and mitigate software-product and project risks
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Lead the control and evaluation of changes that impact the scope, budget, or timeline of the project
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Prepare, organize and lead technical reviews as well as key project milestone reviews
Requirements
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University / polytechnic degree or PhD in scientific or engineering subject (Earth System Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Signal Processing or similar
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Proficient in at least one of the following categories:
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Technical and physical optics, spectrometry and optical instruments
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Signal processing & mathematical modelling
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Image processing algorithms
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Experience in scientific programming (e.g. MATLAB, Python), including a good understanding of algorithmic complexity and/or efficient implementations
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Strong skills in self-organization, prioritization and structured work planning
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High motivation, proactive mindset and strong sense of responsibility
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Outstanding communication, documentation and presentation skills
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Willingness and ability to obtain required German security clearance
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Fluency in English and German, both spoken and written
Benefits & conditions
Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & special leave days Mobile Work: Hybrid work & mobile work abroad Structured on-boarding process (incl. Assignment of a buddy in the first months) Development: Extensive range of training courses, individual professional development, German language courses & annual employee dialogue space projects Additional benefits: 13. monthly salary, accident insurance & company pension plan Catering: High standard company restaurant & generous meals subsidy Active health promotion: Health management, E-GYM Wellpass & In-company sports groups Family: Kindergarten subsidy / Kindergarten places, Childcare in the vacation period & paid child sickness days Mobility: Subsidized Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking lots Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night Innovation: Company suggestion system & free research and development A complete overview of our benefits and more details . Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. Don't fulfil all the requirements? No problem - we are happy to receive applications with partial matches! We are looking forward to your application in German or English via our online tool. OHB System AG Human Resources Questions regarding this posting? Alfrida Paja is available under  .