<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <p><em>Are you driven to contribute to strategic programs and strengthen sovereign industrial capabilities?</em></p><p>At <strong>ELLEON</strong>, we support leading players in the defence and space industry in structuring and accelerating their strategic and technical initiatives. We are looking for a <strong>Senior Manager</strong> to join our team and lead engagements with major industry players, contributing to high-impact programs at the heart of the sector.</p><p>You will play a key role in supporting strategic industrial partnerships, technology assessment, and stakeholder engagement. </p><p><br/></p><p><em> </em><strong>Why Join ELLEON?</strong></p><p><br/></p><p>At <strong>ELLEON</strong>, we are a collective. We empower engineers, consultants, and clients to shape the future of strategic industries through technical excellence and innovation.</p><p>Within our Space &amp; Defence Practice, we partner with leading industrial players to support their strategic and technical initiatives, from technology assessment to large-scale industrial partnerships.</p><p>By joining us, you gain access to:</p><ul><li>High-impact projects at the heart of Space &amp; Defence and sovereign industrial programs</li><li>A strong community of engineering and innovation professionals</li><li>Certified leadership coaching &amp; continuous development</li><li>Flexible career models and a commitment to work-life balance</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Your Role</strong></p><p>As a Senior Manager, you will contribute to strategic and technical activities within a major Space &amp; Defence industry player, working at the intersection of technology, strategy, and industrial partnerships.</p><p>This role combines technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong stakeholder engagement, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, technology providers, and national institutional stakeholders.<br/></p><strong>Your Key Responsibilities</strong><ul><li>Lead technical activities supporting strategic industrial partnerships.</li><li>Identify and evaluate emerging technologies relevant to future Space &amp; Defence capabilities.</li><li>Engage with suppliers and technology providers to assess opportunities for collaboration.</li><li>Coordinate with national stakeholders and institutions </li><li>Support and structure applications for public and national funding programs.</li><li>Facilitate workshops and technical discussions with stakeholders from engineering teams to executive level.</li><li>Ensure alignment with industrial, regulatory, and sovereignty requirements specific to the Space &amp; Defence sector.</li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Who You Are</strong><ul><li>Master's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent technical background).</li><li>Around 8 / 12 years of experience in R&amp;D, innovation management, or technical program management, ideally within defence, aerospace, or another high-tech industrial sector.</li><li>Strong technical background combined with a genuine interest in emerging technologies.</li><li>Proven experience engaging with industrial partners, suppliers, or institutional stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Comfortable operating in a demanding, sensitive, and highly regulated industrial environment.</li><li>Fluent in German and English.</li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>What We Offer</strong><ul><li>Work on high-impact strategic and technical programs </li><li>Contribute to strengthening the industrial and technological capabilities of a strategic sector</li><li> Be part of the ELLEON Collective and grow within a strong engineering community</li><li>Access continuous learning, leadership coaching, and career development opportunities</li></ul><p><br/></p><strong>Join Us &amp; Build the Future - We are hiring now!</strong><p>👉 If you are ready to work on complex engineering challenges and be part of a premium consulting collective, apply now and join the ELLEON Collective.</p><p>📝 Apply today! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.</p><p>At ELLEON, we celebrate diversity and believe in equal opportunities for all. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and seniority to apply.</p><p><br/></p> </div>