Project and Product Manager – Aviation & Aerospace (m/f/d)

Project and Product Manager – Aviation & Aerospace (m/f/d)

At Harmonic Drive SE, we have been developing, producing, and marketing highly precise drive solutions tailored individually for our customers internationally for over 50 years. Whether in the aerospace market segment, robotics and automation, general mechanical engineering, the food industry, modern medical technology, or in special environments – highest precision and quality for our customers are principles of our corporate culture.

Successfully shaping the future together with and for our customers in demanding industries is a sign of our innovative strength in the field of high-precision drive technology. Production and development sites at the highest technological level in Germany, Japan, and America, as well as subsidiaries in Europe and Asia, ensure that we can offer highly specialized and intelligent drive solutions and mechatronic systems worldwide. Become part of our team and help shape the future of drive technology!

Your Tasks:

• Strategic Product Management: Development and implementation of the product strategy in the aviation & aerospace sector, derivation of product roadmaps, and identification of new market opportunities
• Market and Competitive Analysis: Evaluation of trends, customer requirements, and technologies to open up new business areas
• Requirements Management: Collection, evaluation, and prioritization of customer requirements as well as preparation of specifications
• Product Development: Close collaboration with departments such as development, quality, purchasing, and manufacturing to successfully implement new products
• Project Management: Steering interdisciplinary teams in new product introductions and change projects
• Product Maintenance: Managing the entire product lifecycle, including further development, adaptation to different customer specifications, and optimization of product costs
• Market Communication & Positioning: Creation and implementation of technical content for marketing and sales materials as well as product presentations
• Customer and Partner Communication: Cooperation with key accounts, OEMs, system suppliers, and participation in trade fairs

Your Profile:

• Completed studies in aviation and aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience in technical product management, ideally in the aviation and aerospace industry
• Knowledge of EN9100, AS9100, or comparable standards
• Experience in creating technical content for marketing and communication channels
• Confident handling of MS Office and PDM/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Teamcenter)
• Strong communication skills in spoken and written German and English
• Structured working method, initiative, and entrepreneurial thinking
• Willingness to travel occasionally domestically and abroad

Our Offer:

As an innovative and leading company in the industry, we are looking for creative employees who are passionate about always developing the best solution and successfully implementing it. We promote initiative and place great value on long-term commitment to our company. As an employer, the well-being of our employees is particularly important to us. Become part of our collegial and professional working environment and benefit from our attractive social benefits, our comprehensive onboarding concept, and excellent training opportunities.

Our Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• Bike leasing
• Kindergarten subsidy
• EGYM Wellpass
• Subsidized employee canteen
• Corporate benefits
• Free drinks & fruit
• Employee parking spaces
• Ergonomic workplace

We look forward to receiving your application via our applicant portal.

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Project- and Product Manager – Aviation & Space (m/f/d)

For more than 50 years, Harmonic Drive SE has been developing, producing, and marketing highly precise drive solutions tailored individually to our customers worldwide. Whether in aerospace, robotics and automation, general mechanical engineering, the food industry, modern medical technology, or in special environments – maximum precision and quality for our customers are cornerstones of our corporate culture.

Actively shaping the future in demanding industries together with and for our customers is a hallmark of our innovative strength in high-precision drive technology. State-of-the-art production and development facilities in Germany, Japan, and the USA, along with subsidiaries in Europe and Asia, ensure that we can offer highly specialized and intelligent drive solutions and mechatronic systems worldwide. Join our team and help shape the future of drive technology!

Your Tasks:

• Strategic Product Management: Develop and implement the product strategy in the aviation & space sector, derive product roadmaps, and identify new market opportunities
• Market and Competitive Analysis: Evaluate trends, customer requirements, and technologies to explore new business fields
• Requirements Management: Collect, assess, and prioritize customer requirements and prepare specifications
• Product Development: Collaborate closely with departments such as Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Manufacturing to successfully implement new products
• Project Leadership: Lead interdisciplinary teams for new product introductions and change projects
• Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the entire product lifecycle, including enhancements, adaptation to customer-specific requirements, and cost optimization
• Market Communication & Positioning: Create and implement technical content for marketing and sales materials as well as product presentations
• Customer and Partner Communication: Collaborate with key accounts, OEMs, system suppliers, and participate in trade shows

Your Profile:

• Degree in Aviation & Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• Several years of experience in technical product management, ideally in the aviation & space industry
• Knowledge of EN9100, AS9100, or equivalent standards
• Experience in creating technical content for marketing and communication channels
• Proficient in MS Office and PDM/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Teamcenter)
• Strong communication skills in German and English, both written and spoken
• Structured working style, initiative, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Willingness to travel occasionally domestically and internationally

Our Offer:

As an innovative and leading company in the industry, we are looking for creative employees who are passionate about developing the best solutions and implementing them successfully. We encourage initiative and place great importance on long-term commitment to our company. As an employer, the well-being of our employees is particularly close to our hearts. Become part of our collegial and professional working environment and benefit from our attractive social benefits, our comprehensive onboarding concept, and excellent training and development opportunities.

Our Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• Bike leasing
• Kindergarten allowance
• EGYM Wellpass
• Subsidized employee canteen
• Corporate benefits
• Free drinks & fruit
• Employee parking spaces
• Ergonomic workplace

We look forward to receiving your application via our applicant portal.