Operations & Project Management

Technischer Projektleiter (m/w/d)

KNDS DeutschlandKassel, Hessen🇩🇪GermanyPosted 17 Oct 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

Seniority

Leader

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Kassel, Hessen, Germany

Posted

4 days ago

ConfluenceJira

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!