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Spacecraft Tanks Systems Engineer (m/f/d)

OHB
Augsburg, Bayern, Germany Posted Oct 19, 2026
Remote

About this role

MT Aerospace

Augsburg, Germany – 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 Spacecraft Tanks Systems Engineer (m/f/d) to help the European launcher Ariane and other international launchers take off.

Your Tasks

  • You will be responsible for ensuring that technical requirements are met and deadlines are adhered to within the specified budget
  • You will create and manage the requirements management process
  • You will independently draw up product and technology development plans
  • You will be responsible for verification planning and management
  • You will manage the technical aspects within the interdisciplinary team and coordinate collaboration with production development and quality assurance
  • You will represent technical matters to the client
  • You will prepare documentation and presentations on the project status and report to project management and line managers
  • You will be responsible for the technical aspects of quotations relating to spacecraft tanks

Your Qualifications

  • You hold a degree in Aerospace Engineering (Dipl.-Ing. TU/FH) or a comparable qualification
  • You have experience in the field of space systems or in the mechanical, thermal and propulsion (MTP) subsystems
  • You demonstrate good organisational skills, a solution-oriented approach to work and the ability to communicate technical content within interdisciplinary teams
  • You possess sound judgement regarding technical, economic and scheduling matters
  • You demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills
  • You have a very good command of written and spoken English
  • Knowledge of ESA ECSS regulations is an advantage
  • Preferably, you have knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter, CAD, MBSE and SAP

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.

MT Aerospace AG Human Resources

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