OHB is seeking for its Satellite & Missions Business Unit a
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Propulsion Architect m/f Ref. Prop_Sat_2026
As a Propulsion architect, you will lead and drive the propulsion (chemical and electrical) activities along the whole project lifecycle, including design, procurement of the subsystem, integration, verification, launch and in-orbit operations. The successful candidate's knowledge of space systems, propulsion, propulsion equipment, and consolidated work experience will be key for the success of the candidate.
Tasks to be performed:
Technical Lead of Chemical/Electrical propulsion subsystems
Develop Propulsion architectures and perform related trade-offs
Lead the Design and Development of Propulsion subsystems
Technical management of Propulsion subsystem subcontractor
Technical Support to Procurement of Propulsion equipment
Lead the Verification and Validation of Propulsion subsystems
Support satellite AIT and verification activities
Support to satellite proposals and system studies for Propulsion topics
Preparation of technical documentation
Participation to Launch campaign
Qualifications (Required)
Engineering or doctoral degree in aerospace engineering, physics or comparable qualifications and professional experience
Experience in the space business, especially with Propulsion architectures, procurement, design and verification and validation processes
Strong knowledge of fluidics, physical laws in hydraulic and pneumatic systems in both the stationary and dynamic state
Experience in satellite verification, xrdztoy including participation to AIT campaigns
Good knowledge of Office Tools and DOORS
Excellent sense of responsibility
Structured hands‐on work-approach
Highly self‐motivated and able to work autonomously
Excellent problem‐solving skills
Good interpersonal skills
Customer oriented thinking-approach
Ability to work in international teams
Fluency in spoken and written English
Assets:
Experience with Deep Space missions
Knowledge of Electric Propulsion