Senior HR Business Partner (m/f/d) – Focus R&D

As a Senior HR Business Partner (m/f/d), you act as a trusted sparring partner for our leadership team – particularly within the R&D organization – and actively shape an impactful, scalable HR Business Partnering function.

You work closely with the business, establish clear standards in collaboration, and ensure that HR is perceived as a true enabler of growth, performance, and organizational development. You combine strategic thinking with strong execution and are visible in driving operational excellence.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

• Strategic HR Business Partnering (R&D Focus):
• You independently support selected business areas – especially within Engineering and R&D – and advise leaders on organizational development, workforce planning, as well as talent, performance, and change topics.
• Role Model in HRBP:
• You set the benchmark for high-quality HR Business Partnering through clear, pragmatic consulting and strong execution.
• Business Sparring & Execution:
• You translate business goals into concrete people initiatives and implement them effectively in collaboration with HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, and Talent Development.
• Employee Relations:
• You manage complex employee cases (e.g., conflicts, performance topics, separations) in a professional and solution-oriented manner, working closely with HR Operations and Legal.
• Organizational Development & Scaling:
• You proactively identify organizational challenges and develop sustainable solutions to evolve teams, structures, and roles – particularly in the context of scaling R&D.
• HR Operating Model & Interfaces:
• You collaborate closely with HR functions and ensure clear interfaces and efficient processes to maximize HR’s impact on the business.
• People Insights & Prioritization:
• You leverage HR data and feedback to drive informed decision-making, set priorities, and implement high-impact initiatives.

What you bring to the team:

• HR Business Partnering in R&D / Tech: Several years of experience as an HR Business Partner, ideally working closely with Engineering or R&D teams.
• Understanding of R&D Organizations: Experience with the challenges of scaling development organizations (e.g., role models, career paths) and translating them into effective HR solutions.
• Organizational Development & Performance: Hands-on experience in organizational development, workforce planning, and performance & development processes – ideally in a tech-driven environment.
• Change & Project Experience: Proven track record in implementing HR initiatives and supporting change processes in dynamic environments.
• Data & Tools Affinity: Confident use of HR tools (e.g., Leapsome or similar) and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Hands-on & Stakeholder Management: Structured, execution-driven working style and the ability to advise and challenge engineering leaders at eye level.
• Languages: Fluent in German and English.

Why Quantum-Systems:

• We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.
• We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
• We push limits, think outside-the-box and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
• We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.

Our benefits:

• Company pension scheme: We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.
• Flexible working hours: With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.
• Mobile working: If the office environment becomes a bit too lively at times, you can create the right balance by working remotely. One remote workday per week can be arranged flexibly.
• Bike-Leasing: We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.
• Corporate Benefits: Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.
• Employee events: We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.
• Lunch-Card: Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.
• Company Shuttle: Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Pasing in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.

About us:

Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.

Our commitment:

We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.

At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.