Manufacturing Project Manager (w/m/d)

About MBDA Deutschland

MBDA Deutschland is a leading German systems house specializing in air defense, guided missiles, and laser technology. Our cutting-edge solutions address the threats of tomorrow, bringing state-of-the-art technology to series production. Our systems excel at the limits of physics with high precision, ensuring military superiority and political operational capability. We provide a unique and challenging environment focused on excellence, fostering learning, development, and meaningful contributions. Trust and respect form the foundation of our collaborative culture, where diversity and inclusion are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Assuming technical and economic leadership of production projects with autonomy during the production phase in coordination with an experienced Manufacturing Project Manager.
• Representing production interests within the program team.
• Ensuring economically and technically efficient delivery through targeted planning, control, and monitoring of assigned work packages, aligned with program directives and leadership of the respective performance area.
• Leading a project team comprising cross-departmental representatives to achieve economically and technically optimized project execution.
• Creating and refining volume frameworks including internal and external services, opportunities, risks, and production schedules by collaborating with departments such as purchasing and finance.
• Participating in the analysis and appraisal of potential contract amendments.
• Preparing necessary documentation and managing reporting obligations.
• Providing support to customers both onsite and offsite.

Required Qualifications and Expertise

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or completed technical vocational training with relevant advanced qualification (e.g., technician).
• Professional experience in production and production workflows alongside technical project management.
• Strong knowledge of technical project management and production project processes.
• Sound judgment in estimating performance, time, and costs.
• Proficient use of relevant SAP modules.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented approach.
• Flexibility and a high sense of responsibility.
• Ability to handle criticism constructively and assertiveness in conflict situations.
• Confident communication skills, presentation abilities, and negotiation expertise.

Additional Information

If you feel you do not fully meet the specified qualifications, MBDA supports your personal development with individualized plans ensuring career growth and secure salary progression.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible working hours with flextime arrangements.
• Partial allowance for remote work (home office option).
• Annual gross salary up to 97,000 EUR during the first year based on a 40-hour workweek.
• Employment entry with a development plan and guaranteed salary prospects if qualifications are partially met.
• Automatic salary increase up to 14% within the first two years of employment.
• Performance-related and above-tariff bonus (MBDA+) plus participation in company success.
• Tariff benefits pursuant to the IG Metall Bayern collective agreement.
• Extensive additional benefits including corporate discounts, vehicle leasing models, extended sickness benefits, etc.
• Employer-funded occupational pension scheme with optional savings account (salary conversion).
• Health management programs including EGYM Wellpass, corporate sports groups, and free access to onsite fitness facilities.
• Subsidized company canteen offering diverse meals.
• Comprehensive training programs for personal and professional development.
• Long-term career prospects with national and international advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MBDA values your strengths and experience and is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Applications from persons with disabilities will be particularly considered when equally qualified.