Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager Trainee | Quereinstieg in die Verteidigungsindustrie (m/w/d)

Academic Work Germany GmbH

Ulm, Donau, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Mar 5, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This unique career-entry opportunity offers a fast-track into the defense industry through an intensive 18-week 'Accelerated Learning' program. As an ILS Manager trainee, you will undergo rigorous training in maintenance optimization, cost analysis, and logistics for complex high-tech systems. Following the successful completion of the remote training phase, you will secure a permanent position at HENSOLDT, a leading German defense company. Your day-to-day role will involve optimizing processes to minimize equipment downtime, developing technical manuals, and implementing logistics strategies for major projects like the Eurofighter and advanced radar systems. This position is ideal for career changers with high technical affinity who are looking for a structured entry into a secure and technologically advanced sector. While the training phase is unpaid, the program covers all educational costs and guarantees a permanent contract and a starting salary of 42,000 EUR upon placement.

Required Skills

Education

Not specified; focus is on potential and motivation for the Accelerated Learning Program.

Experience

  • Professional experience is advantageous but not mandatory (career-entry level)
  • Demonstrated technical affinity and abstract thinking capabilities
  • Experience in independent working methods and solution-oriented problem solving
  • Ability to undergo an intensive 18-week full-time training program

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid work permit required; Must be eligible for and pass an extended security clearance (Ü2) according to §7 SÜG; Up to 20% travel readiness; Remote training phase is unpaid; German citizenship may be required for specific projects.