YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
The What: As a Team Lead Engineer at Blackwave, you'll lead the technical development of next-generation composite systems, driving innovation from first concept to flight-ready production. Your leadership will ensure that our advanced composite structures are not only technically outstanding but also reliable and built to perform in the toughest aerospace environments.
The Why: At Blackwave, we're on a mission to redefine what's possible in lightweight structures for space and aerospace applications. Our goal is to make composite pressure vessels and structures fail-safe, efficient, and scalable for the next generation of flight systems.
Your Mission
* Lead the development of the future: Drive projects that push composite materials and processes to their limits from prototype through serial production.
* Engineer for excellence: Shape the technical roadmap, ensure robust design methods, and make critical decisions that balance performance, manufacturability, and cost.
* Command collaboration: Unite and inspire a multidisciplinary team across design, materials, FEM, tooling, and production, ensuring alignment and technical synergy.
* Build the framework: Establish systems and processes that enable transparent development documentation, efficient workflows, and smooth transfer from engineering to production.
* Mentor and empower: Develop your crew's technical capabilities through coaching, feedback, and hands-on problem-solving to ensure continuous growth and innovation.
YOUR PROFILE
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
* At least 4 years of professional experience in product or process development, ideally in composites, lightweight structures, or aerospace manufacturing
* Proven leadership or advanced project management experience in technical environments
* Strong knowledge of material behavior, structural mechanics, and manufacturing processes
* Excellent communication and facilitation skills with a structured, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset
* Fluent in English (C1/C2); German is also nice to have for on-site collaboration
WHAT WE OFFER
* Freedom to lead: Take responsibility and make impactful technical decisions in a flat, agile organization.
* Grow in aerospace: Work on cutting-edge composite technologies for world-class aerospace partners.
* Fuel your focus: Enjoy daily team lunches with freshly prepared meals and premium coffee.
* Choose your perk: Germany Ticket, Egym Wellpass, or Give Card — your choice, your benefit.
* Recharge fully: Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation to rest, recharge, and refuel for your next mission.
* Gear up for take-off: Receive premium Blackwave team apparel and join a crew that values collaboration and excellence.
* Aim higher: Thrive in a growing company with real opportunities for personal and professional development — all while enjoying Alpine views from our rooftop terrace.