Project Manager - Battery IPT (All Genders)

About the Position

We are seeking a Project Manager for Battery IPT to lead next-generation defense technology projects in power systems at STARK.

Responsibilities

• Lead Program Execution: End-to-end responsibility for Battery IPT workstreams. You define milestones, manage budgets, and ensure that technical requirements translate into operational reality.
• Matrix Leadership: Orchestrate collaboration between the Battery IPT, wider engineering teams, production, and the central PMO. You ensure that everyone is aligned on the mission-critical path for our battery systems.
• Stakeholder & Interface Management: Act as the key operational link between the Battery Team Lead and the Lead PMO. You translate technical hurdles into actionable business decisions and ensure transparent reporting.
• Advanced Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify technical, certification, and logistical bottlenecks specific to battery development. You don’t just surface risks; you develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Optimize the Playbook: Design and implement scalable PMO processes directly within the Battery IPT. You help STARK transition from a fast-growing startup to a structured, high-output defense powerhouse.
• Resource & Capacity Planning: Work closely with the Battery Team Lead to ensure that engineering talent is deployed where it has the highest impact on the program’s success.

Required Skills

• Education: Master’s in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering, Business Administration with an affinity to Hardware (specifically electrical/power systems) or similar. Dual technical-business background ideal.
• Experience: 3–5 years of professional experience in project management. Experience in the defense, aerospace, automotive, or high-tech hardware industry (especially involving battery technologies) is a significant plus.
• Military/Defense Context: Familiarity with defense procurement processes, NATO standards, or previous experience in a military environment is highly valued.
• Mindset: You are a "Force Multiplier." You possess a strong sense of ownership and a "mission first" attitude. You seamlessly navigate the matrix structure between PMO and the technical IPT.
• Structure: High proficiency in modern PM tools (Jira, Confluence, Google Workspace, MS) and a proven ability to bring order to high-velocity R&D environments.
• Methodology: Proven track record of applying agile or structured project management methodologies to complex physical products.
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills in English and German. You can hold your own in a technical design review and provide a concise briefing to the central PMO and C-level.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology
• Professional growth and development

About the Company

STARK is a leading company in the defense and high-tech hardware industry, dedicated to developing next-generation power systems and battery technologies. We are committed to innovation and excellence in our field.

Locations

• City: Germany
• Country: Germany