Scientific Officer / Research Project Manager | Referentin / Referent (m / w / d)
Bundesamt für das Personalmanagement der Bundeswehr Abteilung V
Job Summary
This role involves leading scientific research and development projects within the Innovation Center of the Bundeswehr (InnoZBw). Working in advanced laboratories focused on robotics, unmanned systems, hyperspace, or satellite technology, you will coordinate scientific activities, monitor technological trends, and manage innovation projects. Your day-to-day will involve supervising project staff, supporting student theses and doctoral candidates, and actively participating in the international scientific community through publications and conferences. This position is unique for its blend of high-level research and practical application with military units, offering a stable public service career path (TVöD E 13 / A 13-14) with the possibility of becoming a career civil servant. It is an ideal role for researchers looking to bridge the gap between academic innovation and real-world defense technology implementation.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or University Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, or a comparable field.
Experience
- At least 2 years of professional experience in a specialized technical field such as robotics, AI, aerospace, or material sciences
- Professional experience in coordinating scientific projects or innovation studies
- Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration with universities or international partners is preferred
- Proven ability for independent scientific work, ideally demonstrated through a PhD or peer-reviewed publications
Languages
Additional
- Must possess German citizenship. Requires a successful Level 2 security clearance (Ü 2). Must be committed to the free democratic basic order. Willingness to undergo a medical recruitment examination. Age limit of 50 applies for those seeking civil servant status (Verbeamtung).
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