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Process Engineer in Metal Forming with Programming Skills (m/f/d)

OHB
Augsburg, Bayern, Germany Posted Oct 13, 2026
Flexible

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Process Engineer in Metal Forming with Programming Skills (m/f/d)

Augsburg, Bayern, Germany

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MT Aerospace is a global leader in the aerospace industry. As a subsidiary of the international technology group OHB, we develop, manufacture and test essential components for major space programmes, including the European Ariane 6 launch vehicle, the American Space Launch System (Artemis mission) and other international launch systems. Our components are also used in satellites, spacecraft for lunar and Martian missions, space refuelling stations and passenger aircraft. Our customers include globally active companies and system integrators such as ESA, NASA, Airbus, ArianeGroup and Boeing.

Using manufacturing technologies that are unique worldwide, we produce high-performance products from metal and fibre composites that are uncompromisingly focused on performance. These include large load-bearing structures, cryogenic tanks, lightweight components, and fuel and pressure tanks that combine maximum load-bearing capacity with minimum weight.

We owe our success to the initiative and passion of our employees, who stand for innovation and progress. Our team of around 600 employees at our headquarters in Augsburg, in Bremen and at the European spaceport in Kourou (French Guiana) works every day to actively shape the future of space travel.

Space. Far away for most - soon very close for you. Become part of an industry of visionaries and pioneers and make a valuable contribution as a Process Engineer in Metal Forming with Programming Skills (m/f/d) to help the European launcher Ariane and other international launchers take off.

This position is temporary for 12 months.

Your Tasks

Your responsibilities will include, in particular:

  • Development, optimisation and industrialisation of metal forming processes
  • Development and maintenance of Python applications for process control, data analysis and process optimisation
  • Analysis and continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes in terms of quality, cost-effectiveness and process reliability
  • Planning, conducting and evaluating tests, and devising appropriate measures for sustainable process improvement
  • Digitalisation and automation of manufacturing and evaluation processes through the use of modern programming methods
  • Supervising and supporting series production, as well as the continuous optimisation of manufacturing processes
  • Working closely with the Production, Design, Quality Assurance and Industrial Engineering departments

Your Qualifications

What we are looking for:

  • A successfully completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering or a comparable field of study
  • In-depth knowledge of industrial metal fabrication and forming processes
  • Good programming skills, particularly in Python
  • Experience in programming industrial robots, preferably with KUKA robot systems
  • Experience in working with bus systems and industrial automation technology
  • Basic knowledge of NC programming would be an advantage
  • An analytical, structured and independent approach to work
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills, as well as an enthusiasm for interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Good written and spoken German and English

We offer

Mobile working (according to the area of responsibility)

Flexible working hours and flexitime account

Attractive payment according to IG Metall collective agreement

35-hour week, 30 days annual leave and special leave days

Subject-specific training courses

In-house canteen

Employee parking spaces

Employee recommendation system

Benefits of a global group of companies combined with a familiar working atmosphere

Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level. We are looking forward to your application (german or english) via our online tool.

If you have any questions, please contact

MT Aerospace AG Human Resources

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