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Team Leader Assembly & Integration | Oegstgeest | 40 hours | High-Tech / Space | Technical Leadership Ready to lead a highly skilled technical team working on advanced technology for international space programmes? For an international high-tech organisation in the Leiden area, we are looking for a Team Leader Assembly & Integration. In this position, you will lead a team of approximately 20–25 AIT Technicians and Test Engineers and ensure that assembly, integration and testing activities are carried out safely, efficiently and according to the highest quality standards. This position combines technical understanding with people management. You will not be expected to perform hands-on technical work on a daily basis, but a strong practical technical background is important. It enables you to understand the challenges your team faces and translate technical issues into practical solutions Your challenge As Team Leader Assembly & Integration, you are responsible for the day-to-day management, development and deployment of a specialised technical team. You will manage planning and capacity, set priorities and ensure that the right people and resources are allocated to the right projects. At the same time, you will focus on developing your team, encouraging ownership, collaboration and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Work Preparation, Quality, Logistics, Project Leaders and AIT Managers. What does an average working day look like? Your day starts with a clear overview of planning, staffing and progress within the team. Are the right people available? What are today's priorities? Are there any technical or operational bottlenecks that require attention? Throughout the day, you coordinate with team members and other departments, adjust priorities where necessary and make sure activities are performed according to planning, quality requirements and safety standards. You will also coach team members, support their professional development and discuss performance and development. In addition to managing the daily operation, you will play an active role in improving processes and strengthening the overall performance of the department. Your responsibilities Lead, coach and develop a team of approximately 20–25 AIT Technicians and Test Engineers; Plan and allocate resources based on project priorities, available capacity and production requirements; Coordinate assembly, integration and testing activities; Monitor progress, workload, performance and resource utilisation; Identify operational and technical bottlenecks and initiate appropriate solutions; Lead and support process improvement initiatives; Translate technical challenges into practical solutions; Support team members in their professional development; Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Work Preparation, Quality and Logistics; Contribute to departmental planning and operational improvement initiatives; Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety and aerospace standards. Where will you work? You will join an international high-tech environment in the Leiden area where advanced products and systems for the space industry are developed, assembled, integrated and tested. The technology developed at this location contributes to international space programmes and applications such as satellite navigation, communications, climate research and air-quality monitoring. You will work alongside experienced technical specialists in an environment where quality, safety, innovation and precision are essential. What do we ask from you? A completed technical education at MBO+/Bachelor level or higher, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline; At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, with approximately 8–10 years being an ideal fit; Proven leadership or people management experience within a technical, production or manufacturing environment; A practical technical background that enables you to understand and assess technical challenges; Preferably experience within aerospace, aviation, space or another high-tech manufacturing environment; Experience with process improvement and leading improvement initiatives; A continuous improvement mindset; Experience with Lean or Six Sigma is a strong advantage; Experience with SAP or another ERP system is an advantage; Strong planning and organisational skills; Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English; A proactive, decisive and solution-oriented leadership style. What does this position offer you? A competitive gross yearly salary within salary scale 15, in between €87.927,24 and €123.098,14 depending on experience and final grading, Indicative gross yearly salary; 8% holiday allowance on top of your gross salary; A full-time position of 40 hours per week; A one-year deta-vast assignment, with the intention of permanent employment afterwards; A leadership position within an international high-tech environment; Responsibility for a team of highly skilled technical professionals; The opportunity to contribute to innovative technology used in international space programmes; The opportunity to directly influence team development, processes and operational improvements; Close collaboration with multiple technical disciplines. The Procedure The selection process consists of two interviews on-site, followed by an assessment as the final step. Ready to combine your technical background with leadership and contribute to an environment where innovation, quality and advanced technology come together? Apply or ask for more information from: Mitchell van Nuil on 06 14937487 or mail to [email protected]

Core Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 20–25 AIT Technicians and Test Engineers, coordinating assembly, integration, and testing while planning resources and monitoring performance. Resolve operational and technical bottlenecks, drive process improvements, and ensure work meets quality, safety, and aerospace standards in collaboration with other departments.

Requirements

Requires technical education at MBO+/bachelor level or higher, at least five years of relevant experience, and proven leadership or people-management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment. Candidates should have a practical technical background, strong planning and communication skills in Dutch and English, and experience with process improvement; aerospace or high-tech experience, Lean or Six Sigma, and SAP or another ERP system are advantageous.

Benefits

• 8% Holiday Allowance
• One-Year Assignment With the Intention of Permanent Employment
• Opportunity to Contribute to International Space Programmes
• Opportunity to Influence Team Development and Process Improvements