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Program Manager / Project Manager (all genders)

Full-Time · Munich, onsite
We are looking for a Program Manager / Project Manager to support in the definition of the product vision, and shape the strategy behind our next-generation cargo drone operations. You’ll lead the development program activities and technical project management.  

At NEX Aero, program and project management is not a support function, it’s where strategic thinking meets execution.

YOUR MISSION/RESPONSIBILITIES

- Support in the definition of the product roadmap
- Develop amd maintain the frameworks that enable implementation of the product roadmap
- Derive and communicate program and project goals - Own and balance the program scope, budget, and schedule in a way that supports the company strategy and goals
-Plan and execute program and technical milestones
- Provide guidance for the technical team on selecting priorities
- Track progress and dependencies, identify and track the critical path - Identify and communicate risks, and develop mitigations in collaboration with the technical and commercial team - Oversee the daily task management in JIRA
- Communicate the program status to upper management whenever needed and develop clear, reasoned recommendations
- Create and maintain dashboards, decision papers and present them
- Communicate clearly and transparently, and proactively manage interfaces to upper management, engineering, product management, finance, and other stakeholders

YOUR PROFILE

- Bachelor or Master Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Business Administration with technology focus
- Additional qualifications are a plus
- Solid technical understanding on drone and propulsion technology
- Familarity with aerospace development processes
- Good understanding of technical feasibility and trade-offs
- >3 years of project management experience in fast-paced aerospace or automotive environments - Track record of leading cross-functional teams - Creativity and strategic thinking - Strong problem-solving and pragmatic mindset
If you’re ready to lead the commercial front of a company redefining how goods move, we’d like to hear from you! 🚀

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We build systems for the real world, and we believe the best ones come from teams that think differently, challenge assumptions, and reflect the diversity of the world they serve.

Who We Are - NEX Aero

At NEX Aero, we are redefining how critical cargo moves across the world. We design, build, and operate next-generation heavy-duty drones capable of reaching places traditional logistics can’t, connecting remote communities, enabling urgent healthcare deliveries, and strengthening supply chains in a changing world.

Based in Berlin and Munich, we are an ambitious team of engineers, operators, and innovators working hands-on at the intersection of aerospace, clean technology, and logistics. Our work moves beyond prototypes, it creates real-world impact where reliability, reach, and resilience matter most.

At NEX Aero, you won’t just build systems. You’ll help unlock access, progress, and opportunity for industries and communities worldwide.

Benefits — What You Can Expect

- Purpose-Driven Work: Join a mission that matters, advancing sustainable logistics and connecting the disconnected.

- Cutting-Edge Innovation: Work hands-on with next-generation drone systems, hydrogen technologies, and autonomous operations.

- Fast-Paced Learning: Grow faster through deep technical challenges, field missions, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

- Collaborative Culture: We value clear communication, radical ownership, and low-ego teamwork across every role and level.

- Professional Growth: Shape your role as we scale, with opportunities to lead projects, innovate solutions, and expand your expertise.

- Attractive Locations: Work from our R&D lab at Berlin TXL or our Munich hub, with flexible hybrid options depending on your role.

- Real-World Impact: See the results of your work directly, from successful flight tests to critical deliveries that move what matters most.

At NEX Aero, we are serious about the mission, and we enjoy the ride. If you're driven by innovation, collaboration, and building something that flies toward real-world impact, you’ll find your place here.