Program Manager (all genders)
- Airport Oberpfaffenhofen
- Deutsche Aircraft GmbH
- Permanent
- Professionals
This is what drives you:
You have a clear idea of what you want: To contribute to the vision of safe and energy-efficient flying, in a team of like-minded aviation enthusiasts who are determined to shape the future of aviation.
Deutsche Aircraft GmbH is shaping the next era of aviation with precision engineering, commitment to innovation and a strong team spirit. At our site at Airport Oberpfaffenhofen, you will work at one of Germany’s key aerospace locations—directly impacting sustainable aviation solutions. Join a dynamic team where your expertise drives real progress, and where our shared purpose turns challenges into lasting achievements.
This is what you can do:
- Overall leadership, direction and guidance of all facets of your assigned programs, projects and/or control accounts in airframe
- Responsible for the communication, cost, schedule and technical performance of your teams to ensure successful program execution incl. develop and monitor program KPIs
- Define, secure, organize and direct staff, resources, standards, processes, procedures and tools essential for the successful completion of a program
- Resolve conflicts, demands and priorities on assigned programs
- Work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources, as required
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with engineering, operations, contracts, subcontracts, finance, security, staffing, and procurement
- For supplier program management, responsibilities will focus on managing the cost, schedule and technical performance of key vendors
You’ll bring this with you:
- Master or Bachelor in Engineering, Business & Administration or equivalent
- 5+years of relevant aerospace industry experience
- Recorded knowledge & skills of project management, e.g. PMP certification or equivalent
- Ideally sound experience in managing the project phases of development & integration for aircraft airframe components
- Demonstrated track record of successfully leading engineering, development, test and certification projects > $15M
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience implementing, EVMS, Risk & Opportunity Management, and IMS tools and processes (Microsoft Project is a plus)
- Supplier program manager roles additionally require experience successfully managing vendors - generating SOWs, evaluating proposals, performing source selections, evaluating and leading the cost, schedule and technical performance of suppliers
- Strong written and oral communication skills and leadership experience
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
What we offer
- Grow alongside inspiring colleagues and benefit from ongoing professional development and targeted training opportunities.
- Enjoy a future-ready, accessible workspace designed for productivity and well-being—including parking, canteen and modern digital equipment.
- Work-life balance matters: Experience flexible working hours, options for remote work, generous vacation, and a range of wellness initiatives tailored to industry professionals.
- Your health and security count: Take advantage of our company doctor, extensive health measures, company pension program and additional financial benefits.
- Stay connected, whether by car or train, thanks to our excellent transport links to Airport Oberpfaffenhofen.
- Be part of a positive, supportive culture with regular employee events, recognition programs and exclusive staff offers.
Did we arouse your interest?
We are looking forward to your application.
Deutsche Aircraft GmbH
Human Resources
Airport Oberpfaffenhofen
82234 Weßling - Germany
www.deutscheaircraft.com/careers