Hensoldt | Germany | 73xxx Oberkochen | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 19.05.2026 on stepstone.de
Head of Laser Engineering (m/f/d)
HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with global reach. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops complete sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a technology leader, HENSOLDT is driving the development of defence electronics and optronics and continuously expanding its portfolio on the basis of innovative approaches to data management, robotics and cyber security. Our products can be used in the areas of Space, Air, Land, Sea, Security, Cyber & Information Space. In 2023, HENSOLDT achieved sales of 1.85 billion euros. After the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs about 8,500 employees. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX. For "laser development" we are looking at the Oberkochen site at the next possible time Head of Laser Engineering (m/d) The area "laser development" is interdisciplinaryly responsible for the development of our laser sensor technology. We develop optical components, mechanisms and (housing) structures that fulfill their performance data even under the most difficult circumstances such as strong vibration and extreme temperatures. Together with other development areas, laser distance measuring devices, target markers and other lasers are produced for special measurement tasks. .
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Discipline, technical and organizational management of the Laser Development department incl. System engineering & optics design for the interdisciplinary development of lasers and optics for all EOIR platforms at HENSOLDT Optronics and Sensors Responsibility for the strategic orientation of the department, derived from the overarching corporate strategy Creating and defining budget, personnel and resource planning Identification and provision of necessary competences through the establishment of personnel and/or professional/personal further development of employees Ensuring the planning and implementation of commissioned development projects and services in the coordinated quality, time and cost framework Responsibility for successful cooperation with internal and external partners Acquisition support and development offerings Promoting innovation and continuous improvement of development processes taking into account sustainable and synergetic approaches
Completed study of natural sciences (physics, chemistry), or comparable engineering sciences such as optoelectronics or mechanical engineering, with doctoral degree Outstanding leadership and experience in the leadership of development teams Multiannual professional leadership experience. Discipline leadership experience desired Long-standing practical experience in the field of systems engineering of laser systems Good knowledge of optical system design and technical optics Extensive experience in the planning and control of complex development projects Extensive experience in supporting organizational and technological changes Conflictability and pronounced communication and organizational competence Entrepreneurial thinking with a pronounced orientation German and English skills Extensive competence in project management and the necessary methods Ability to integrate and motivate interdisciplinary teams flexibility and initiative; very good communication and organization skills Safe, convincing and competent appearance Good ability to explain complex relationships vividly and understandably German and English knowledge in word and writing readiness to review the T2 security
Flexible working hours & work-life balance Remuneration & social benefits Personal and professional development Working atmosphere Health and safety Mobility & Sustainability
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