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# Technical Product Owner - Space & Defence Simulation

- **Company:** OHB System AG
- **Location:** München, Germany
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.de/jobad/de2d544014dcbf6b0db77b5b449e0df69c

## About the Role

* University / polytechnic degree or PhD in scientific or engineering subject (Earth System Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Signal Processing or similar
 * Proficient in at least one of the following categories:

 * Technical and physical optics, spectrometry and optical instruments
 * Signal processing & mathematical modelling
 * Image processing algorithms
 * Experience in scientific programming (e.g. MATLAB, Python), including a good understanding of algorithmic complexity and/or efficient implementations
 * Strong skills in self-organization, prioritization and structured work planning
 * High motivation, proactive mindset and strong sense of responsibility
 * Outstanding communication, documentation and presentation skills
 * Willingness and ability to obtain required German security clearance
 * Fluency in English and German, both spoken and written

## Description

At OHB System AG you’ll join a leading European systems integrator driving the future of space-based defence. In this role you’ll 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

 * Lead and coordinate the development of the simulator’s core modules, including:

 * Geometry module: simulation of satellite and system-of-systems positions and orientations (LEO, GEO, etc.) at each time step
 * Scene generation module: modelling of the observed environment, including atmospheric effects and radiative transfer
 * Sensor module: representation of geometric, spectral and radiometric sensor behaviour tailored to mission use cases
 * Ground processor: ingestion and correction of sensor data, applying instrument-specific compensations
 * User module: execution of image-processing algorithms to extract mission-relevant information
 * Drive the creation of technical concepts and requirements for the simulator
 * Manage and prioritize the software engineering tasks and backlog
 * Ensure the information flow between the software team and other stakeholders, working in an international team of experts from OHB and project partners
 * Monitor and control technical progress, schedule, cost and quality in close collaboration with project management
 * Identify, assess and mitigate software-product and project risks
 * Lead the control and evaluation of changes that impact the scope, budget, or timeline of the project
 * Prepare, organize and lead technical reviews as well as key project milestone reviews


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