Technical Project Manager - Propulsion System (all genders)

About the role

Your Mission: As Project Manager – Propulsion System, you will lead the development and integration of VÆRIDION's electric propulsion system for next-generation electric aircraft. You will manage cross-functional activities across engineering, testing, certification, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure propulsion system milestones are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with programme and airworthiness requirements. Your Day-to-Day: Lead the end-to-end propulsion system project from concept through certification and industrialisation Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts Coordinate propulsion system design, development, testing, and integration activities across internal teams and suppliers Drive technical reviews, programme milestones, risk management, and change control processes Track technical maturity, project performance, and key deliverables against programme objectives Manage external partners and suppliers, ensuring delivery to scope, schedule, quality, and cost targets Facilitate alignment between propulsion, systems, certification, manufacturing, and supply chain teams Support verification, validation, and certification activities for the propulsion system Proactively identify and resolve technical, programme, and organisational risks Provide clear status reporting and decision support to leadership and stakeholders Your Profile: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a related field Several years of project management experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, or another safety-critical industry Proven experience managing complex multidisciplinary engineering development projects Strong understanding of systems engineering, product development, verification, and configuration management Experience coordinating internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external development partners Excellent planning, communication, risk management, and stakeholder management skills Knowledge of electric propulsion, powertrain, high-voltage, or aerospace systems is desirable Familiarity with aerospace certification processes is advantageous Fluent in English; German is a plus Proficiency with project management and product lifecycle management tools We recognize that women and other under-represented groups are often overlooked in our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Talent and potential can’t always be captured in a checklist. Why us? Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation. We are an in-office company, but we value flexibility and trust employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work or adjusting hours to accommodate personal commitments. Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership: your (mental) health is important for us. Enjoy a subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days. Become a part of our success with virtual stock options. Choose the option that suits your needs: either a free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket. Lease a high-quality bicycle or e-bike through our JobRad program and benefit from tax advantages. Whether for your daily commute or personal use, enjoy more mobility and sustainability. Pension scheme to support your long-term financial security. Work in one of our offices in Munich or Delft. Enjoy the modern Balan Campus in Munich or work inside the aerospace ecosystem at TU Delft. Boost your professional as well as personal growth executing your own ideas and independent projects. Join our internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports). VÆRIDION was founded in 2021 to transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft. By delivering the most energy-efficient aircraft, we are building the future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses. We’re bringing together the brightest minds in aerospace, automotive engineering, and business to disrupt the aviation industry.