Senior Program Manager m/w/d

Job description

- Lead end-to-end scoping, planning, implementation, and monitoring of large, complex programs for the development of innovative Aircraft Interior Connectivity solutions.

• Interface and coordinate with stakeholders across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, and Quality teams.
• Coordinate Go-to-Market strategy and product launches for different solutions.
• Develop detailed project plans, resource estimates, timelines, and deliverables for the overall program. Track progress with related Project/Workstream Managers and adjust timelines and resources as needed.
• Proactively identify potential risks and obstacles to successful program execution and develop mitigation plans to ensure program goals are met. Escalate gaps versus targets at the appropriate level and in a timely manner.

Facilitate decision-making and team cohesion

• guide the team in making informed decisions, provide necessary resources, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Ensure compliance with Safran standards as well as aerospace industry and regulatory requirements.
• Drive customer reviews, technical milestone assessments, and phase-gate processes.
• Work in an internationally oriented program environment with high visibility and responsibility across multiple program phases
• Direct involvement in the development and market launch of innovative connectivity solutions in the Aircraft Interiors domain
• Real ownership across the full program and industrialization lifecycle, with measurable impact on products, schedules and collaboration
• Close coordination with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Quality and Industrialization
• Structured governance through milestone reviews, customer reviews and phase-gate processes
• Opportunity to proactively manage risks, deviations and program performance while contributing directly to overall program success
• Professional environment with clear standards, methods and accountability for complex, technically advanced programs
• Compensation in accordance with the collective wage agreement of the metal and electrical industry
• Master's or Diploma degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in technical project/program management, ideally in aeronautics, aerospace, or automotive industries.
• Willingness to travel for project needs.
• Strong experience managing cross-functional teams, with deep understanding of engineering (Software, Cybersecurity, Electronics…), industrialization, and program management processes.
• Excellent project management skills, including effective management of timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Financial acumen and understanding of program financial management.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English (German a plus), with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred

• PMP, IPMA, or PRINCE2 certification.