Team Lead Research & Technology (mwd) Aerospace

• Define the Future:Establishand own the R&T road map for domains such as composite structures metalcomposite interfaces and manufacturing processes aligning them with our COPV and space hardware strategy.
• Master the Lifecycle:Own end-to-end technology projects from requirements definition and concept development through to risk assessment and validation ensuring a smooth handover to industrialization and series production.
• Standardize Innovation:Turn one-off R&T into reusable standards by building andmaintainingrobust technology documentation including design rules process specifications and work instructions.
• Fuel Strategic Growth:Support customer acquisition and project bids by contributing technical concepts risk evaluations and R&T content to proposals and ROM estimates.
• Lead andMentor:Lead and coachmultidisciplinary teammembersto grow their capabilities in step with the technology road map.
• Collaborateand Communicate:Internally workand communicateseamlesslywith teams across Blackwave from development to testingwhileidentifyingand driving external collaborations with suppliers institutes and partners(e.g.funded projects).

• Degree:Masters degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Science or a related field; a PhD in composites or structures is a plus.
• Experience:At least 3-5 years of professional experience in aerospace space or high-performance composites including handson development of structures or pressure vessels.
• Leadership:Proven experience leading technical topics and teams ideally in afast-growinghardware startup or agile engineering environment.
• Hard Skills:Strong analytical and scientific thinking with the ability to structure complex problems and manage multiple R&T streams in parallel.
• Soft Skills:Hands-on pragmatic mindset with a curiosity for research and the discipline to push ideas toward industrialization and standardization.
• Languages:Fluent in English (C1/C2); German is a nice to have for on-site collaboration.

• Freedom to lead:Take responsibility and make impactful technical decisions in a flat agile organization.
• Grow in aerospace:Work oncutting-edgecomposite technologies for world-class aerospace partners.
• Fuel your focus:Enjoy daily team lunches with freshly prepared meals and premium coffee.
• Choose yourperk:Germany TicketEgymWellpass or Give Card your choice your benefit.
• Recharge fully:Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation to rest recharge and refuel for your next mission.
• Gear up for take-off:Receive premium Blackwave team apparel and join a crew that values collaboration and excellence.
• Aim higher:Thrive in a growing company with real opportunities for personal and professional development - all while enjoying Alpine views from our rooftop terrace.

Please send your CV in English and get ready for takeoff!