maxon is a global provider of world-class precision drive systems. Our drives are perfectly suited for wherever extreme precision and the highest quality standards are necessary - on Earth, and on Mars.

For creative minds and passionate doers, we offer a global yet trusted environment. Those who are prepared to question endless possibilities and challenge themselves will rise to great heights with us For the SpaceLab at our headquarters in Sachseln (Lucerne area), we are looking for a

Project Manager

Your area of responsibility

• You are responsible for the review and implementation of customer requirements, the coordination of internal and external technical reviews, the milestones, cost-effective development, and documentation packages of mechanism actuators including motors, gearboxes and associated components for space customers
• You act as a key contact between the R&D, quality, production, process engineering and purchasing departments whilst simultaneously representing the customers internally
• You are responsible for actively coordinating the communication between all parties involved in the projects
• This position will involve working on manned and unmanned spacecraft projects both for science missions and commercial space applications

This job is exactly right for you if...

• you have gained at least 5 years of experience with projects (preferentially in the aerospace industry) after finishing your university degree (preferably in mechanical, electrical, or materials & process engineering) or a technical higher education (HF or equivalent) after a completed vocational apprenticeship
• you are a team player with good communication skills, you are a solution oriented person who can skillfully plan projects and bring them to a successful conclusion
• you have an excellent command of spoken as well as written English and ideally have a good working knowledge of German
• knowledge of aerospace-standard manufacturing processes would be an advantage
• ideally, you have experience with precision products and manufacturing processes in particular those needed for ultra-high reliability applications
• prior experience of electrical actuators or mechanisms would be an advantage
• you are willing to occasionally travel worldwide

We also offer you...

• A familial working environment with transparent information flows and interdisciplinary exchange
• Flexible annual working hours that allow you to reconcile your professional goals with your expectations for your personal life
• Workplace health management that aims to maintain and promote your health
• An Academy with a wide-ranging training offering and exciting development opportunities
• Advanced social security benefits
• A dedicated public transport connection as well as discounts
• A staff restaurant with a breathtaking view of the lake and mountains
• A place of work surrounded by mountain sports opportunities (skiing, climbing, biking)

Your Contact

Are you interested in new challenges? We look forward to your online application.

Ms Kerstin Wiss | HR Business Partner | +41 (41) 666 19 47 maxon motor AG | Switzerland | karriere.maxongroup.ch Apply Now Recommend this job: Print