1.Review input/request from other departments to identify need of Engineering project initiation
2.Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
3.Define and implement the development/sustaining plan according to Safran's standard development/engineering processes (MER) and in line with the performance, quality, delivery and cost commitments defined by the program manager (scoping and delegation report), or by the relevant department in the case of an investment project
4. Develop realistic project schedule and implementation plan for production
5. Lead the communication with project team at the project initialization/kick off
6. Manage and lead the project team. This involves circulating bottom-up and top-down information about the project and formally defining, in conjunction with project team members' line managers/leaders, the availability of the requisite skills and resources
7. Ensure that WBS for each project has been defined and tasks have been assigned to project team by defined project management tools
8. Produce summaries of development quotes drawn up in conjunction with the relevant business lines and draft technical and financial proposals to be submitted for approval by the program manager (or to the relevant department in the case of an investment project)
9. Define and maintain the project reference system (document reference system, approval records, configuration reports, etc.) in accordance with regulatory requirements
10. Oversee application of the project schedule and updates of management indicators (KPIs)
11. Oversee the rigorous implementation and application of all project management methods in accordance with regulations and standards: weekly management meetings, KPIs (Measure project performance), dashboards, reports, etc.
12. Drive periodic project reviews including Lessons Learned meetings during the overall lifecycle of the project
13. Ensure that all projects deliverables are on-time, within scope, and within budget
14. Conduct and prioritize changes on project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
15. As part of the development/sustaining process, provide input for technical choices in conjunction with the system architect and relevant business lines
16. Report and escalate to the program manager and his/her line managers, and/or organization management, or to the relevant department as needed
17. Provide support for the program manager when dealing with the customer and the authorities (certification/flightworthiness)
18. Oversee management of development/engineering risks and opportunities on the project by integrating experience feedback and deploy appropriate mitigation plan
19. Understand manufacturing and business challenges and roadblocks and adapt schedule consequently
20. If necessary, set up task forces to resolve project blocking poi

Job Requirements

1.Master or Bachelor Degree, preferably in Engineering or Industrialization
2. Be professionally experienced in Project management
3. Basic knowledge of Supply chain and Planning is a plus
4. Be competent with MS-Office (Excel, PPT)
5. Be competent in project management tools
6. Show leadership without mandate and strong communication skills
7. Be fluent in English
8. Be able to influence by nature
9. Be both flexible and structured
10. Show an adaptive approach to cultural differences

Job Requirements

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

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