Senior Systems Expert | Senior Expert Systemtechnik (m/w/d)

Rheinmetall AG

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 29, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This Senior Systems Expert role is pivotal in defining and managing the future cross-platform Lethality Concept, focusing on the optimal mix of effector systems. The professional will be responsible for coordinating and negotiating with customer representatives regarding effector requirements and system architectures. Key daily tasks include formulating high-level system requirements, decomposing them into specific subsystem requirements for various effectors, and preparing subcontracts for specialized effector experts. You will actively participate in Expert Working Groups and Project Reviews, ensuring the lethality strategy aligns with overall customer needs. The ideal candidate possesses a completed technical degree, deep product knowledge across a broad range of effector systems (from tank cannons to C-UAV defense), and proven experience in system development processes. This position requires strong communication, negotiation skills, and a proactive, hands-on mentality, offering a unique opportunity to shape critical defense architectures.

Required Skills

Education

Completed technical degree

Experience

  • Professional experience/knowledge in system development processes and methodologies
  • Product knowledge regarding effector systems, ranging from tank cannons to C-UAV defense, or deep knowledge in one area with willingness to learn others
  • Knowledge in assessing the effect/impact of effectors for diverse targets and combat modes

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills; Proactive hands-on mentality and willingness to network with key players in the effector technology field.