--- title: 'Manager IT Support & Manufacturing (m/f/d) at Isar Aerospace SE' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/manager-it-support-manufacturing-m-f-d-isar-aerospace-se-parsdorf-bavaria-rfy0fbhkyqs3' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-07' --- # Manager IT Support & Manufacturing (m/f/d) at Isar Aerospace SE - **Company:** Isar Aerospace SE - **Location:** Parsdorf Bavaria, Germany - **Posted:** 2026-10-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/isaraerospace/jobs/5002989101 ## Job description Mission Brief We are seeking a hands-on Manager IT Support & Manufacturing to lead and oversee end-user technical support operations across both our administrative (IT) and operational/plant floor (OT) environments. In this role, you will act as a hands-on Technical Lead and Service Manager, ensuring fast, reliable, and high-quality technical assistance for office staff, facility personnel, and shop-floor operators. This is a hands-on lead position designed for a senior support specialist or helpdesk lead who excels at troubleshooting end-user hardware, OS environments, peripherals, and software tools while carrying a manager-level title. You will be responsible for end-user satisfaction, ticket queue management, device lifecycle provisioning, and acting as the top escalation point for user-facing technical issues. Your Role in Our Space Mission: End-User Support Leadership & Operations - Hands-on Technical Leadership: Act as the primary escalation point (Level 2/3) for complex end-user support tickets, troubleshooting hardware, operating systems, applications, and peripherals. - Service Desk Management: Oversee support ticket queues, SLA performance, service desk workflows, and issue prioritization across corporate offices and operational/plant areas. - User Onboarding & Lifecycle: Manage hardware provisioning, asset intake, user profile setups, workstation deployments, and device offboarding. - Vendor Coordination: Work with hardware OEMs, printer/peripheral vendors, and external service providers to resolve end-user equipment repairs and replacements. Office IT User Support - Desktop & Device Support: Provide comprehensive support for Windows, macOS, and Linux (Debian/Ubuntu) desktop workstations, laptops, mobile devices, and office printers. - Productivity & SaaS Tools: Help users navigate and resolve issues within core business applications (Microsoft 365, local software, client tools, and videoconferencing systems). - Identity & Access Requests: Manage user access creation, password resets, role assignments, and group permissions in Active Directory / Entra ID. Shop-Floor & OT Support - Industrial & Field End-User Devices: Provide hands-on support for shop-floor workstations, ruggedized laptops, industrial PCs (IPCs), touch panels/HMIs, barcode scanners, and label printers. - Field-Level Troubleshooting: Assist operational staff and machine operators with local software installation, client application connectivity, terminal software, and physical interface cables. - OT Support Coordination: Collaborate with plant managers and machine operators to ensure minimal end-user downtime during operational shifts. Documentation & Scripting Overview - Support Documentation: Maintain internal knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user quick-reference guides. - Automation & Scripting (Conceptual): Solid conceptual understanding of basic Bash, PowerShell, or Python scripts—ability to run, understand, and use existing automation scripts for bulk user account creation or software deployment. Qualification Checklist Technical Requirements - Operating Systems: Advanced proficiency with Windows 10/11, Linux desktop environments (Debian/Ubuntu/RHEL), and mobile OS (iOS/Android). - Hardware & Peripherals: Deep troubleshooting knowledge of desktop/laptop hardware, docking stations, industrial PCs, barcode scanners, thermal printers, and office AV setup. - Support Tools: Hands-on experience with ITSM / Helpdesk ticketing systems, remote support tools (e.g., TeamViewer, AnyDesk), and Endpoint Management (e.g., Intune). - Identity Management: Practical experience with Active Directory, Entra ID, and user permission management. - Basic Scripting (Conceptual): Ability to understand and execute existing PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripts used for client onboarding and endpoint administration. ## Qualifications & Experience - 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in IT Support, Helpdesk, Desktop Support, or Technical Customer Service, with experience acting as a team lead, senior support engineer, or manager. - Experience supporting users in a hybrid environment (office staff + manufacturing, warehousing, or operational plant floor personnel). - Exceptional communication, patience, and customer-service mindset with strong problem-solving skills under time constraints. ## Benefits - Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program - 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge - Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period - Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day - Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service - Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass) - Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period - Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children - Flexible mobility budget: Travel your way with a choice between a fully financed Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or a fuel allowance - And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team. ## Who we are We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space. Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations. We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation. We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career! Want to find out more about us? Visit [www.isaraerospace.com](http://www.isaraerospace.com/) Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our [Privacy Policy](https://isaraerospace.com/privacy-policy). Disclaimer Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. ## About Isar Aerospace SE ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Isar Aerospace is a German launch service provider developing the Spectrum two-stage liquid‑fueled rocket to offer cost‑effective, flexible access to space for small and medium satellites and constellations. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series C extension, total funding >€500 million) - **Headquarters**: Ottobrunn (near Munich), Germany - **Founded**: March 2018 - **Founders**: Daniel Metzler, Markus Brandl, Josef Peter Fleischmann ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Aerospace / Space Launch Services - **Target customers**: B2B – satellite operators (small‑sat & constellation), government agencies, defense organizations - **Mission / purpose**: *“Opening space for future generations”* – enabling scalable, sovereign access to space to drive progress and sustainable technological development. ## Products & Services - **Spectrum (Launch Vehicle)**: A high‑performance, two‑stage, liquid‑fueled rocket designed to deliver up to 1,000 kg to low Earth orbit. Available in three service models: - **Dedicated**: Fly alone with full control over orbit and launch date. - **Rideshare**: Share a flight to a predetermined orbit for lower cost. - **Performance**: Customizable launch configurations for specific mission needs. - **In‑house Manufacturing**: Over 80% of the rocket is produced internally, leveraging additive manufacturing (3D printing), carbon composite materials, and highly automated production lines for scalability and quality. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed - **Key Metric (Funding)**: Total private capital raised exceeds **€500 million** (latest round: €270 million secured in June 2026 to expand sovereign space capabilities). [isaraerospace.com](https://www.isaraerospace.com/) - **Notable Investors**: 7‑Industries Holding, Bayern Kapital, Lombard Odier, NATO Innovation Fund, Earlybird, Airbus Ventures, Lakestar, HV Capital, Porsche SE, Ann‑Kristin and Paul Achleitner. - **Growth Signals**: - **400+ employees** from nearly 50 nations (2024–2026). [isaraerospace.com](https://www.isaraerospace.com/) - Second test flight of Spectrum *(“Onward and Upward”)* scheduled for 2026 after the first test flight in March 2025. - Partnered with **Andøya Space** (Norway, 20‑year lease), **CNES** (first private launch from Guiana Space Centre), **Exotrail** (multiple launch services), **Maritime Launch Services** (Nova Scotia spaceport), and **TKMS** (Canadian Patrol Submarine Project). - Awarded the **European Commission EIC Horizon Prize** “Low‑Cost Space Launch” (€10 million grant). - First active debris removal mission with **Astroscale**. ## Competitive Advantages - **Vertical integration**: 80%+ in‑house rocket production provides maximum control, speed, and cost efficiency. - **Advanced manufacturing**: Automated production, additive manufacturing, and carbon composite technologies enable rapid scaling. - **Data‑driven approach**: Real‑time analytics throughout design, manufacturing, and launch operations reduce risk. - **First fully private European launch solution**: Sovereign access to space for European customers, independent of traditional government programs. - **Launch site diversity**: Access to multiple spaceports (Norway, French Guiana, Canada) offers flexibility and resilience. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling production** to meet growing demand for small/medium satellite launches and constellations. - **Expanding sovereign space capabilities** for European and allied nations (defense, communications, Earth observation). - **Opening new launch sites** (Nova Scotia, Canada) and extending partnerships with space agencies and commercial operators. - **Sustainability**: Minimizing environmental impact through efficient manufacturing and launch operations. - **Debris removal** (Astroscale partnership) to support a cleaner orbital environment. ## Why Work Here - **International, fast‑paced environment** – Employees from nearly 50 nations, headquartered in Munich with offices/locations in Kiruna (Sweden) and Andøya (Norway). - **Culture of innovation** – Guided by six principles: Teamwork, Respect, Focus, Positivity, Performance, and Leadership. - **Mission‑driven work** – The company explicitly positions itself as disrupting the space industry, offering a “once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunity” to shape the future of European space. - **Hiring process** – 3‑step process (Apply → Interview → Decision), typically 2–4 weeks response time. Practical assignments may be part of the interview for some roles. Applications accepted in English or German. - **Work style**: Likely on‑site at their engineering and production facilities in Ottobrunn, with site visits to launch pads. No explicit remote/hybrid policy found, but the company emphasizes “be proactive and agile” and “contribute excellence.” - **Perks & benefits**: Not detailed on website, but the company highlights “work equals passion” and a strong sense of purpose. ## Sources 1. [Isar Aerospace Official Website](https://www.isaraerospace.com/) – products, mission, career page, funding announcements 2. [Isar Aerospace Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isar_Aerospace) – founding, funding rounds, test launches, partnerships 3. 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