Director of Program and Project Management (m/f/d)

It takes an airplane to get a person across the world – but a world of great minds to get an airplane off the ground. Today it is normal to step on a modern airplane and travel the entire globe within 24 hours. But it still takes hundreds of experts and specialists to get such an airplane ready for take-off. TTTECH is on board too. If you come work with us in Vienna, so are you.Director of Program and Project Management – Aerospace (m/f/d) As Director of Program & Project Management, you will lead a cross-functional team driving the strategic direction, execution, and lifecycle of TTTECH’s Aerospace project portfolio. You’ll oversee all product development projects, ensuring alignment between customer needs, business goals, and technical delivery. Collaborating with the VP of Product Development & Engineering, the VPs of Space and Aviation, and the Group PMO, you’ll champion operational excellence, innovation, and strategic alignment across Space and Aviation domains. Your TasksLead and manage complex internal and external projects, programs, and portfolios aligned with strategic goalsDrive continuous optimization of assigned initiatives through evaluation, prioritization, and performance improvementSupport senior leadership in strategic decision-making for high-impact project and program setupsSupport the strategic roadmap for project management across multiple business unitsEstablish and enhance Aerospace processes and tools for project, portfolio, and program managementCollaborate with central project management to ensure effective portfolio resource planningLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Project ManagersFacilitate cross-functional stakeholder engagement across R&D, Sales, Marketing, Quality, and OperationsDrive portfolio-level prioritization, resource allocation, and decision-makingMonitor KPIs, ROI, and compliance with internal quality standards and external regulationsManage team operations, budgets, and strategic competencies through recruitment and developmentYour ProfileUniversity degree in a technical field of study (e.g. Electronics, Computer Science, Informatics, Aerospace Engineering) 10+ years of experience in program or project management, including 5+ years in a leadership role in the aerospace industry Proven leadership experience in program and/or project management within the aerospace sectorStrong strategic mindset and business acumenExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsDeep understanding of project management and agile methodologiesSkilled in leading cross-functional teams in regulated environmentsFamiliarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and SuccessFactorsPMP certification or equivalent is a strong advantageBackground in aviation or space certification processesTechnical expertise and hands-on experience in complex, multi-disciplinary programsDemonstrated success in building and scaling program/project management functionsFluent in English, with strong interpersonal and partnership management skillsOur OfferExciting work environment – be part of future high-tech innovations and cutting-edge technologiesWe are a team – flat hierarchies, open door policy, communication at eye level and hands-on mentalityTechnical Expertise – work among fellow technical experts and minds that will inspire youCentral locations – our offices are located in the city center near Karlsplatz & Kettenbrückengasse, easily accessible via public transport and bicycleBenefits Package – lunch tickets, job tickets (unlimited use of public transport in Vienna or partially reimbursement of costs for KlimaTicket, numerous discounts, events and much moreWork-life-balance – additional days off, home office, workcation (up to 45 workdays per year Mobile Working within the EU) and individual working time modelsDevelopment & training – Individual onboarding program, TTTECH Academy and internal career opportunitiesDue to legal reasons, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary according to the collective agreement for this position, which is EUR 88,600 gross gross per year. However, our attractive compensation package is based on market-oriented salaries as well as performance-based and therefore can be significantly above the stated minimum salary.