Head of Airborne Sensors (ABS) (f/m/d)

ppbThis appeals to you /b /p /ppThe Head of ABS is responsible and accountable for (but not limited to) the following: /p libA) Strategic Leadership /b /li liExecute and operationalize the company’s strategic plan for ABS, ensuring alignment across technology, geospatial solutions, sales, and service delivery. /li liPartner with the divisional president and the other BU’s to refine corporate vision, growth priorities, and long-range business objectives. /li liIdentify and pursue new markets, partnerships, acquisitions for the sensor business. /li liCollaborate with Head of Airborne Mapping Services to balance competing customer needs for overall market success. /li libB) Strategic Business Development /b /li liDevelop and identify new applications starting with the customer challenges and define a portfolio strategy based on the customer needs. /li liIdentify new business fields to scale. /li liDrive overall solutions to access the mid-range markets. /li libC) Business Operation /b /li liProvide full PL ownership, including revenue growth, margin optimization, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management. /li liEstablish and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and performance management systems to ensure operational excellence. /li liOversee company operations including product development, engineering, sales, marketing, and customer success. /li libD) Technology Innovation /b /li liGuide the development and commercialization of airborne sensors and software. /li liEnsure product roadmaps align with market demand, customer needs, and emerging technology trends. /li liBalance innovation with scalability, security, data governance, and regulatory compliance. /li liDrive innovation across product lines including aerial imagery and LiDAR. /li liWork with the CTO, Productmanagement and RD teams to maintain the company’s position as a leader in airborne sensor /li libE) Sales Marketing /b /li liLead business development and sales, strategic partnerships, and go-to-market strategies to expand domestic and international presence. /li liSupport sales of high value assets to niche customers. /li liChampion the company’s brand and communicate value propositions to stakeholders and clients. /li libF) Leadership Culture /b /li liSteer the team towards a Mindset shift to a customer centric organization. /li liLead, mentor, and develop the executive leadership team and senior managers. /li liFoster a high-performance, collaborative culture that attracts and retains top technical, geospatial, and commercial talent. /li liPromote diversity, equity, inclusion, and strong ethical standards across the organization. /li libG) Financial Stewardship /b /li liWork with the CFO to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. /li liPresent financial and operational updates to the leadership on regular basis. /li libH) Governance External Representation /b /li liRepresent the company with board members, customers, industry partners, and at conferences or industry forums. /li liSupport corporate governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives. /li liAct as a visible leader and spokesperson for the organization when appropriate. /li ppbThis is you /b /p /p ppbbCritical /b /b /p /p liBachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) strongly preferred. /li li15+ years of progressive leadership experience in product management and consolidation of portfolio elements, strategy development, technology, geospatial, SaaS, data analytics, engineering, or related fields. /li liPrior experience in a senior executive role (President, Product strategist, COO, GM, or equivalent). /li liDemonstrated success scaling a technology-driven organization and managing complex, multidisciplinary teams. /li liStrong financial acumen with experience managing PL and driving profitable growth. /li liProven MA experience /li pbPreferred /b /p liDeep understanding of geospatial technologies such as GIS, remote sensing, spatial analytics, imagery, LiDAR, or location-based services. /li liExperience selling and delivering solutions to niche, high value asset customers /li liTrack record of leading digital transformation, cloud adoption, or data platform commercialization. /li liExceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. /li liStrategic thinker with the ability to execute decisively in fast-paced, evolving markets /li pbCORE BEHAVIOURS: /b /p libIntegrity stewardship: /b Model ethics, safety, compliance and protects the company’s license to operate. /li libOwnership bias to action: /b Take accountability for outcomes and unblock issues quickly and pragmatically. /li libCustomer obsession /b: Center decisions on response, quality of answer, and satisfaction both internally and externally. /li libCollaboration: /b Align Divisions, functions, and country teams. Resolves conflict constructively and escalates as appropriate/relevant. /li libBuilder-operator: /b strategic but willing to roll up sleeves to implement and iterate; excited by leaving real impact. /li libChange leader: /b Drive adoption across divisions/regions; creates clarity in ambiguity and is sensitive to related change of behaviours required to make initiatives successful. /li libResilience: /b Operate calmly under pressure; adapt to ambiguity and changing priorities and enjoy variety of perspectives. /li pbLANGUAGE(S): /b /p liFluent in English /li pbTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: /b /p liAbility to travel internationally to our internal hubs, customers, and industry events (approximately 25%) /li ppbWe offer you /b /p /p liFlexible annual working hours based on a 40-hour week, with 100% employment /li liVacation entitlement: 25 days from the age of 20, 27 days from the age of 40 and 30 days from the age of 50 /li liHybrid working model /li liBonus system and extra-mandatory pension fund contributions /li liIndividual training opportunities (internal and external) /li liRelocation service /li liVarious discounts (Health, Car, Entertainment and much more) /li liEmployee events /li liFlat hierarchy structure /li liWarm and international corporate culture based on respect and cooperation /li pHere you can find more information about us as an employer. /p ppbAbout Us /b /p /p pAt Hexagon, we do not just measure the world – we define its future. As the global leader in bmeasurement technologies, /bwe provide the confidence that bvital industries /brely on to build, navigate, and innovate. /p pFrom microns to Mars, bour solutions drive productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability /b across aerospace, agriculture, automotive, construction, manufacturing, and mining. Yet measurement is only the beginning. We bridge the physical and digital worlds with cutting-edge metrology, reality capture, and positioning solutions – making industries and cities bsafer, smarter, and more sustainable. /b /p pbHexagon’s Geosystems division /bspecifically focuses on combining accurate measurement, positioning, and mapping technologies with industry-tailored workflows to help geodata-dependent industries capture, visualise, and analyse the physical world, turning data into actionable insights for better decision-making and improved efficiency. /p pLooking forward, we are striving to enable our customers to meet sustainability and demographic challenges – ultimately advancing them towards truly autonomous solutions. /p pMeasurement is the foundation of progress. bWhen it has to be right, it has to be Hexagon. /b /p pbValues /b /p pHexagon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Hexagon, we believe that diversity of thought, background, and experience makes us stronger. Our people’s passion, creativity, and dedication drive our success, and we strive to be the place where talented individuals want to grow and do their best work. At Hexagon Geosystems, our energy and engagement are reflected in our commitment to innovation, integrity, and excellence. Here, you will find opportunities to develop professionally, take on new challenges, and be part of a collaborative culture that values both independent thinking and teamwork. /p pClick here to learn more about Hexagon’s vision, mission, and core values statements. /p ppbContact /b /p /p pIf you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dominik Kung, Talent Acquisition Partner. /p