Deputy Telecom Program Manager

Req ID:453006

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for delivering Telecom Products to be used for resilient railway communications.

You will undertake day-to-day responsibility for

- the overall Quality Cost Delivery (QCD) of the Program: Quality, Costs (both recurrent and not recurrent), development lead time and System/Product performances (with safety demonstration, if needed)
- the management of the Metier resources allocated to the program, provide leadership and ensure that the program teams fulfil efficiently its duties, including Projects technical support 

You shall have a strong understanding and skillsets in Telecom, systems engineering, and cyber security.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the roadmap definition of his/her System/Product for the development part new Research & Development (R&D) Feature trough Program Approval Board - PAB, continuing development (Gap commitment for tender), major development from Life cycle decision (sustaining), Estimation with metier and Return of Experience (REX)
• Propose and maintain the Development detailed roadmap implementation aligned with Solutions needs and requirements, in coordination with other Program Managers as needed, ensuring safety & quality, application competitiveness, customer orientation and innovation
• Manage, control and execute timely all developments related to his/her program (performances, planning/delivery, cost, risks, savings) and in compliance with the proved QCD commitments 
• Manage Delivery On-Time (IOT/DOT - IOT-i/DOT-i) commitment and change
• Coordinate all Program Work Packages, Capacity /Resource analysis/ risks and mitigation plans with unit /metier according the Program Development Organisation (PDO)
• Ensure that Gate/Design/Peer Review decision are implemented 
• Drive Program Reviews (PR or CPR) to review operational execution of the Program together with Meta-program Leader and Development/Technology Center (DC/TC) Director and provide QCD report to Platform and R&D (trough Program Review Board-PRB) 
• Propose and drive improvement action plans in Program (efficiency, competitiveness)
• Take leadership in critical issues (Cybersecurity, Major Availability issue on projects securing a proper and prompt technical issues closing)

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or scientific subjects

Competencies & skills:

• Experience in product development,
• Familiarity with wireless network implementation using major telecoms suppliers: (Cisco, Huawei, Nokia, Westermo, Moxa, Hirschmann)
• Working knowledge of Requirements Management and Configuration Management tools
• Be proactive and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Communication skills in a technical environment
• Interpersonal skills (teamwork and leadership)
• Risk assessment & opportunities and ability to anticipate and mobilize team to reach objective
• Decision-making ability
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Problem-solving ability
• Resilience

• Excellent spoken and written English

Experiences:

• At least 3 years experience in System/product Engineering or project management in digital/railway/automotive/aircraft 
• At least 3 years experience in management of project/program baseline or in project Management of IT system
• Engineering background including project deployment full lifecycle view
• Hands-on experience on functional or hierarchical team management 
• Cost and planning control experience in engineering scope
• Hands-on experience on Customer relationship on deliverables and scope management
• At least 3 of experience in engineering or industrialization; or in support function when high level of activities were performed

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?  

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.  All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.