ZEISS | Germany | 07xxx Jena | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 17.06.2026 on stepstone.de
Project Manager Aerospace (m/f/d)
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ZEISS Microoptics is a unit of the Photonics & Optics strategic business unit specializing in the development, optimization, mastering, replication and integration of optical applications based on micro-optical and holographic optical elements.
In the newly established Aerospace business unit, we develop high-quality and high-performance optical systems for aviation. With holographic technologies, compact next-generation head-up displays are industrialized in cockpits and transparent displays for cabin interiors.
Your job Project Manager Aerospace (m/w/x) The Responsibility for technical communication with customers who understand requirements and expectations, are ensured and balanced in regular exchange with product and business development. Your tasks include: Demand planning and project management in timetables, milestones and resources
Cooperation and learning of the scientific and technical foundations, also through direct and independent laboratory work
Organisation and implementation of regular project meetings on progress monitoring and problem solving
Identification of risks and development of risk mitigation strategies
Promoting an open and transparent communication flow between internal teams and external partners
Close cooperation with development, design, production and quality management to ensure high-quality optical products (EN 9100)
Become part of a growing interdisciplinary team and introduce your expert knowledge to realize new products for aviation and create added value for our customers.
Successfully completed studies in the field of aerospace technology, as an alternative in physics or optics/photonics or laser technology
Insufficient professional experience in the project management in the aerospace sector as well as sound technical understanding in the fields of optics, photonics, microoptics
Very good experience in technical customer communication, as well as sovereign handling of various stakeholders (stakeholder management)
Self-responsive and targeted working, including in the team, complemented by strong customer-oriented appearance
High technical affinity supplemented by a high self-motivation to continuously expand your own skills and skills on scientific and technical topics
Excellent communication skills in German and English for stakeholder management and readiness for regular national and international business trips
Location
 | ZEISS | |
| 07745 Jena | ||
| Germany |
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