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# Lead Systems Engineer - Ground Support Systems

- **Company:** E Airbus Defence and Space GmbH
- **Location:** Manching, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €70,000.0 - €100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Windows Client
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5948734916

## About the Role

* University engineering degree or masters in Information Technology, Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent
 * Extensive experience as a Technical Project Manager and/or System Lead Engineer
 * Profound knowledge of developing avionics and/or mission support software
 * Good knowledge of Airbus development processes and/or development standards
 * Experience with product lines and modular architectures
 * Knowledge of HW/SW design, Windows client/server, IT security hardening, and IT infrastructure
 * Negotiation-level English; knowledge of German, Spanish, or French is an advantage
 * Operational background is an advantage
 * Excellent communication and teamwork skills
 * Willingness to travel within Germany and abroad
 * This position requires a security clearance or eligibility for clearance by the recognized authorities

## Description

* Lead system engineering activities in assigned projects
 * Define future product developments
 * Plan and coordinate development projects within the department
 * Take responsibility for assigned project tasks and manage the agreed scope, time, cost, and quality requirements
 * Manage project priorities in cooperation with the Project Management Organization
 * Focus on customer satisfaction and ensure full compliance with applicable rules and regulations
 * Lead analysis of characteristics and performance, translating customer and avionics systems requirements into system specifications
 * Plan, coordinate, and conduct technical reviews according to Airbus processes, and provide regular status reports
 * Support the development of other system engineers within the team