Why us?

Join our dynamic and fast-growing startup as the Head of Engineering and be part of our exciting journey to revolutionize space transportation and hypersonics. We are a passionate team dedicated to pushing boundaries, fostering innovation, and creating impactful solutions that make a difference. As we expand our operations, we are seeking an experienced and driven individual to join us in our Bremen office.

Your mission

• Assume leadership over all engineering activities within the company
• Ensure the prompt and cost-effective execution of technical tasks and projects
  
• Facilitate collaboration among individual technical departments
• Manage resources including personnel and budget
• Act as the interface between engineering and company management
• Support customer acquisition, fundraising, and overall company management activities

The Head of Engineering reports directly to the CEO.

Your profile

• Multi-year experience as a departmental, project, or team leader
  
• Proven track record in delivering major aerospace projects
  
• Background in both space and aviation is highly preferred
  
• Additional background in hypersonics is an advantage
  
• Previous experience in the defense sector is beneficial
  
• Proficiency in both German and English
• Start-up mentality
• Exhibit proactive thinking, high level of motivation, flexibility, resilience, and strong teamworking skills

If you are passionate about space projects and possess the skills and experience to lead our engineering team to new heights, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of space transportation and making a positive impact. Apply now by sending your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

About us

The German aerospace start-up POLARIS Raumflugzeuge GmbH is developing a revolutionary reusable space launch and hypersonic transport system that operates like an aircraft. 

Based on more than 30 years of German and European spaceplane research, the development of the spaceplane AURORA began at the German Aerospace Center DLR. Aurora combines aircraft and rocket launcher technologies with a unique vehicle design, and offers a game-changing economic viability as well as opening the door for routine low-cost and safe access to space. 

In order to validate the technology and accelerate the spaceplane development, POLARIS has been developing a series of scaled flight demonstrators.