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Technischer Projektleiter (m/w/d)

KNDS DeutschlandKassel, Hessen🇩🇪GermanyPosted 14 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

As a Technical Project Lead at KNDS Deutschland, you will drive complex national and international projects from acquisition to customer acceptance, gaining valuable experience in a renowned European defense systems company. This hybrid role is ideal for a technically adept leader with strong organizational skills who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to shape cutting-edge defense technology. Apply now to take on this impactful leadership opportunity!

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Leader

Job Description

Technical Project Manager | Kassel, Germany | Hybrid This employer is a leading European systems house in the defense sector, renowned for its comprehensive product portfolio and commitment to innovation. They foster a collaborative environment where employees tackle complex and challenging tasks, combining tradition with extensive experience in developing, manufacturing, and servicing high-value military systems. The Role • Technical responsibility for national and international projects, from acquisition to customer acceptance, managing schedule, quality, and costs for subsystems. • Responsibility for preparing bids, contract documents, and technical reports in German and English. • Analyzing and defining technical requirements, creating specifications, statements of work, and acceptance criteria. • Preparing, attending, and moderating contract negotiations, meetings, and project presentations. • Ensuring the achievement of technical project goals and contractually compliant project execution. • Clarifying and evaluating technical issues in collaboration with internal departments and external partners. What You'll Need • University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable technical qualification. • Several years of experience in leading technical projects with strong technical and commercial acumen. • Proficiency in SAP, MS Office (especially Excel), Jira, and Confluence. • Strong skills in project calculation and fluent command of English. • Willingness to undertake regular domestic and international business travel. • Ideally, experience in the defense sector or military background. What's On Offer • Secure employment with attractive compensation based on IG Metall collective agreement. • Comprehensive benefits including childcare support, holiday and Christmas bonuses, and a company pension plan. • Opportunities for professional development, 30 days of annual leave, and flexible working hours. Apply via Haystack today!

Skills

Confluence
Jira

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