Future Crew Member – Open Application (all genders)

permanent • entry-level • full-time

Taufkirchen & Garching

Administration [Verwaltung]Other / Sonstige

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

THE WHAT
You bring your skills, experience, and ambitions to Blackwave and help us solve the next challenge in our growth journey. Whether your strengths lie in engineering, manufacturing, business, operations, quality, or another area entirely, we want to understand where you can create the greatest impact and how your expertise can contribute to our mission.
THE WHY
Blackwave develops and manufactures Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels (COPVs) and carbon structures for the space industry. As we continue to grow, we are constantly looking for talented people who want to build technologies that matter and help shape the future of aerospace.
Sometimes the right person comes before the right job opening. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself, explain where you see yourself creating value, and help us identify where your skills can make the biggest difference.
YOUR IMPACT
You don't apply for an existing role. You help create the next one.

You ensure:
  • your skills and expertise are introduced where they can create the greatest value
  • Blackwave gains new perspectives, capabilities, and ideas through your contribution
  • opportunities are identified that align your strengths with our mission and growth plans
Your application in detail:

Explain which area of Blackwave interests you most and where you believe your experience, skills, and ambitions can create impact.
→ Accountability: Take ownership of your story and your future
Show us what you do best, what you are passionate about, and what kinds of challenges motivate you.
→ High Performance: Excellence starts with knowing your strengths

Describe the experiences, achievements, or projects that best demonstrate how you can contribute.
→ Candor: Be clear about where you excel and where you want to grow
Many of our best ideas happen between functions. We welcome people who enjoy collaborating across teams and bringing different perspectives together.
→ Togetherness: Great results happen when diverse talents work as one

We value people who are motivated to learn, challenge assumptions, and continuously develop themselves.
→ Playfulness: Curiosity drives innovation

YOUR PROFILE

Must-Haves
  • Strong motivation to contribute to a high-tech, fast-growing aerospace company
  • Relevant experience, education, or demonstrable expertise in your chosen field
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others
  • Structured, proactive, and ownership-driven mindset
  • Strong communication skills and willingness to share ideas and perspectives
  • Fluent English or German, with the ability to communicate effectively in a professional environment
Nice to have
  • Experience in one of our core business areas such as Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Testing, Quality, Research & Technology, Business Development, Finance, Marketing, Infrastructure, or People & Culture
  • Previous experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, deep-tech, or other high-growth technology environments

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Choose your own benefit: Germany ticket, Egym Wellpass, or a tax-free Give Card 
  • Healthy & social lunch culture: Fresh meals during shared lunch breaks 
  • High level of autonomy & real impact: You own a critical seam in the business — between what we sell and what we build 
  • Startup mindset meets aerospace innovation: Flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas 
  • Stunning views: Rooftop terrace with views of the Alps in Taufkirchen, or indoor garden in Garching-Hochbrück 
  • Growth opportunities: Work on technically demanding projects with real stakes 
  • We live our team culture: From tech talks to team events and after-work gatherings — we celebrate success together 
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