About this opportunity:
Ericsson is one of the leading providers of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to service providers, with about 40% of the world's mobile traffic carried through our networks. We enable the full value of connectivity by crafting groundbreaking technology and services that are easy to use, adopt and scale, making our customers successful in a fully connected world. For more than 140 years, our ideas, technology and people have changed the world: real turning points that have transformed lives, industries and society as a whole. Are you in?
The Industrialization & Verification organization is an integral part of the R&D organization within Ericsson Antenna Systems. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Industrialization / Launch Manager to drive our antenna projects to the next level. The successful candidate will oversee the end-to-end launch of new antenna products, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with our strategic goals. This role requires exceptional project management skills, a good understanding of the telecommunications industry, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.
What you will do:
• Develop and manage detailed launch plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables. • Be accountable for the planning of industrialization of manufacturing lines or ramp-up of products on existing lines. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product launches. • Lead and drive all activities regarding cost, timing, quality, and volume requirements defined by the program. • Monitor and support the order of equipment by the plant, including its integration into the plant infrastructure. • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address potential challenges. • Oversee the execution of launch activities, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within budget. • Be accountable for documentation (working plans, instructions, maintenance plans, etc.). • Centralize and coordinate Industrialization & Verification project investment planning. • Monitor and report on launch progress, identifying and addressing any issues promptly. • Deduct corrective actions based on test results of prototypes (mechanical and electrical) with a focus on value add. • Prepare and participate in customer visits and project audits. • Gather and analyze feedback post-launch to identify areas for improvement. • Support DFMA initiatives and Lean activities. • Prepare launch status reports.
The skills you bring:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field. • Strong experience in project management or product launch roles. • Proven track record of successfully managing complex hardware projects (mechanical, electrical etc.). • Strong leadership, team collaboration skills and high social competence. • Excellent organizational as well as time and stakeholder management abilities. • Structured and result-oriented way of working. • Willingness to travel internationally occasionally • Proficiency in English written and spoken.
What we offer
• An international working environment with cooperative teams • Flexible working hours as well as hybrid working • 30 vacation days per year • Excellent learning and personal development opportunities within Ericsson Corporation, regular courses, seminars, and on-the-job training • Ergonomic workplace • Company cell phone also for private use • Corporate benefits-portal with special conditions for travel, insurance, events, fashion, and much more • Corporate Health Management.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Germany (DE) || Rosenheim
Req ID: 785489
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field
- Strong experience in project management or product launch roles
- Proven track record of managing complex hardware projects (mechanical, electrical)
- Strong leadership, team collaboration skills and high social competence
- Excellent organizational, time and stakeholder management abilities
- Structured and result-oriented way of working
- Willingness to travel internationally occasionally
- Proficiency in English, written and spoken
- Experience or familiarity with DFMA and Lean activities
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health options are positioned as core benefits with multiple plan choices in key markets. Official materials explicitly emphasize healthcare breadth as part of “Life at Ericsson.”
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Retirement Support — 401(k) with employer matching in the U.S., pensions in some regions, and broad access to an ESPP indicate strong long‑term financial support. Company filings and AGM materials describe share programs and post‑employment benefits as ongoing pillars of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid volunteer time are highlighted alongside generous parental leave in various locations. Time‑off entitlements are presented as a strong component of the total rewards offering.
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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