Technical Product Owner - Space & Defence Simulation (m/f/d)

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Monitor and control technical progress, schedule, cost and quality in collaboration with project management
• Identify, assess and mitigate software‑product and project risks
• Lead the evaluation of changes that impact scope, budget or timeline
• Prepare, organize and lead technical reviews and key milestone reviews

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with distributed simulation frameworks (HLA), and with system‑of‑systems simulation; experience in defence‑related simulator development is a strong advantage
• Experience with atmospheric modelling, radiative transfer, sensor behaviour or image‑processing workflows is beneficial
• Experience with applicable NATO standards and processes, and/or knowledge of related process standards from adjacent fields (such as ECSS‑E‑ST‑40C and ECSS‑Q‑ST‑80C or DO‑178C)
• 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