Are you motivated by problems so complex, that no-one has solved them so far? Are you interested in projects that have the potential to change the world? Do you want to be a part of an impactful mission? This role requires a specific skill-set geared towards successful complex hardware development in a fast-paced environment with high uncertainty. As such, you:
// Have a background in engineering/physics applied in product development, combined with at least 3 years of entrepreneurial experience within a hardware scale-up (think Tesla or Airbus A3), leading the growth from start-up (< 10 fte, pre-seed or seed) to scale-up (> 50 fte, series B).
// Have demonstrated experience in managing at least 3 complex hardware development programs utilising modern, agile, system engineering practices, including core technologies of airships (e.g. aerostatics- and dynamics, structural design, (fuel-cell/electric) propulsion systems, GNC) and across a full life cycle of product development (from conceptual and detailed design, to simulation, testing & validation, in prototyping & towards industrialisation).
// Think in software, solve problems thinking in code, debug and design HLL set-ups in your sleep. You are fluent in Python and have at least basic experience of relevant programming languages; e.g. c++, TensorFlow and matlab-Simulink.
// Have a keen eye for detail but never get lost in the details. You are able to create and communicate an overview and zoom out to the bigger picture.
// Thrive in uncertain, high-pressure environments, are adept at rapid risk assessments, quick to communicate, structured yet creative, comfortable to delegate and are highly flexible. You are a natural leader and have shown that you can set up, grow and manage high-performance teams for complex hardware development.
// Value data over opinions and are able to quickly build experiments to validate assumptions. Connecting the dots, clearing up ambiguity and communicating conclusions concisely is second nature to you. You carry responsibility for the development process finances; with good commercial sense, you integrate both technology and market insights into sound financial analysis product.
// Balance your work and private life, and promote this towards others. We value a fun and sustainable working culture, your happiness and health. In order to perform at your best, balance and boundaries are key.