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Deputy Flight Software Lead
Location
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
5+ years
Compensation
Compensation not disclosed
Posted
4h ago
Summary and responsibilities
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Summary
The Deputy Lead Flight Software reports to the Lead Flight Software and plays a key role in coordinating development logic, schedules, and risk management activities. This role also manages relationships with ESA, supports hiring, and ensures the efficient operation of the Flight Software organization.
The Deputy Lead Flight Software reports to the Lead Flight Software and plays a key role in ensuring the effective coordination and execution of Flight Software activities. The role acts as a central interface across Flight Software, other functional disciplines, Mission Operations, and ESA, while supporting the Lead Flight Software in maintaining an efficient and well-organized team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Development logic & schedule — Own and coordinate the development logic and schedule of Flight Software activities and ensure consistency with the overall execution of the team and the right prioritization.
Relationships with ESA — Manage and coordinate the relationship with ESA on Flight Software-related topics.
Risk management — Coordinate Flight Software risk management, ensuring that risks are identified, followed up, and addressed.
Development tools — Ensure the consistency, development, and maintenance of the development tools required by the Flight Software team.
Checkpoints and requirements — Ensure a consistent drumbeat of checkpoints and coordinate the definition and closure of requirements with functional chain owners in other disciplines, Mission Operations, and functional chain owners within the Flight Software team.
Hiring and working efficiency — Support hiring activities and act as a point of contact for finance, export control, and other tasks linked to the efficient operation of the Flight Software organization.
What we would love to see from you
5+ years of professional experience
Strong structured thinking and the ability to organize and manage complex topics
A strong “get things done” mindset
Experience in flight software development
The ability to work effectively across different functional teams and disciplines
Strong coordination and communication skills
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
Updated 4h ago
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The Exploration Company
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Growing team
Location
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
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Deputy Flight Software Lead
Munich, Bavaria, Germany • Full Time