Operational Engineering Manager – Launcher Structures

This role leads an engineering team working on launcher structures and separation systems, overseeing people development and operational excellence in a systems and materials engineering environment. Tasks - Lead, coach and develop a team of around 20 systems and materials & processes engineers - Build a high-performing engineering culture focused on quality and disciplined execution - Conduct regular people-management routines including one-to-ones and performance reviews - Develop skill matrices and support technical career paths with lead engineers - Support resolution of non-conformances, claims and root-cause analyses - Monitor engineering capacity, competence and delivery performance - Support recruitment activities including first-round interviews and hiring recommendations Profile - Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline - Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams in complex product-development environments - At least 5 years of technical experience in systems or materials & processes engineering - Experience in a highly regulated industry such as aerospace, space, defence or medical technology - Strong people-leadership and stakeholder-management skills - English required; willingness to travel approximately 10-20% Offer - Hybrid work situation with flexible hours - 3–6 months interim, then a permanent position Company Aerospace engineering Apply online via Try&Hire with your profile — https://tryandhire.io/ch-en/jobs/e/operational-engineering-manager-launcher-structures-tah-hgbdg/