Senior Network Architect (m/f/d)

OHB SE , domiciled in Bremen, is Germany’s first listed space and technology company. Three business units offer international customers sophisticated solutions and systems. With over 40 years of experience in high technology together with its integrated skills in the areas of space technology and telematics, OHB Group is ideally positioned as one of the leading independent forces in the European space, aeronautics and telematics industry. OHB SE currently has approx. 3,200 employees.

Senior Network Architect (m/f/d)

Your Tasks

As a Senior Network Architect, you will be responsible for the design, integration, and optimization of hybrid network architectures spanning both terrestrial and non‑terrestrial domains. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure resilient, scalable, and secure connectivity solutions that meet the needs of mission‑critical applications such as satellite communications and autonomous systems.

• Develop hybrid network architectures combining terrestrial and non‑terrestrial platforms based on TCP/IP principles
• Lead the integration of satellite and terrestrial networks, ensuring seamless interoperability
• Optimize network performance, focusing on scalability, latency, and Quality of Service (QoS)
• Collaborate with vendors to implement routing policies and network services
• Oversee the deployment of secure, resilient networks for mission‑critical applications
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to internal stakeholders and partners

Your Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Eperience in network architecture, with a focus on hybrid or non‑terrestrial environments
• Strong knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS‑IS), and network security
• Experience with satellite communication systems and ground segment integration
• Familiarity with SDN/NFV, automation tools (e.g., Ansible, NetConf/YANG), and Linux systems
• Knowledge of 5G/6G architectures and NTN (Non‑Terrestrial Networks) integration is a plus

We Offer

• Work Life Balance: Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & specialleave 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 can be found here on our website.

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 SE
Human Resources

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