Software Product Manager

We are Safran Passenger Innovations Germany GmbH, a mid-size innovation driven company, that is part of Safran, an international high-technology Group. We are leading the development of wireless, cellular and satellite-based connectivity solutions for aircraft passengers to enable them having the most memorable connected passenger experience. As a high tech innovative company, we make flying fun! So if you’re someone that’s constantly curious about discovering new ways to advance IFEC, entertainment, or technology as a whole, then you’re exactly who we’re looking for. Join us!

The Software Product Manager acts inside the Product Management team and is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations for product management of connectivity software through all product lifecycle phases in a cost-effective manner according to company policies and procedures and within budgetary guidelines. This position holder works with cross functional project teams from all engineering disciplines, programs, operations, supply chain and quality.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Execute product management tasks in coordination with Program Management in accordance with Safran’s PROMPT process
• Define software products for inflight connectivity, roadmaps and features
• Define product briefs, use cases, high level requirements and acceptance criteria for connectivity software products
• Coordinates with the IFC Product Management to ensure compatibility between system-wide software functions and HW requirements
• Manage dependencies between software modules with respect to ISP/MSPs and IFE product line
• Control internal and external supplier projects to develop the software products in coordination with program management
• Manage and assess technological evolutions, feature upgrades, security patches and change requests for software products
• Support export classifications for software products
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand and anticipate their needs and translate them into software product requirements
• Continuously contribute to improve established processes

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successfully completed studies in computer sciences or another comparable study program
• 3+ years of experience working in Software Product Management or Product Development
• Ability to envision and analyze software products holistically at system level
• Good working knowledge in the field of networking protocols, Virtual Machines / Docker / Cloud environments
• Working knowledge and familiarity with Product Development processes and Software Life Cycle (in particular software specification and requirements)
• Experience with Project and Product Management tools (e.g. Trello, Kanban, JIRA, MS Office applications including Excel, Project etc.)
• Experience in Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) industry advantageous
• Experience with DOORS is advantageous

Soft Skills:

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Proactive, organized and a team player mindset
• Capable of working independently, with minimal direction, on multiple concurrent tasks
• Able to use discretion and independent judgment when making decisions on behalf of the company
• Capable of negotiating mutually agreeable conclusions to conflicts
• Meticulous, organized and detail-oriented

Benefits

You will have the opportunity to contribute to challenging tasks in the field of Aviation and Inflight Entertainment technologies. Our success lies in our people. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Be part of an innovation-driven company culture and a dynamic international team of experts whose working language is English...and Bavarian (nur wennst konnst und mogst).

Working at SPI means:

• Enjoying flexible working hours in a friendly family atmosphere
• Having a hybrid work set up
• Being flexible to work up to 4 weeks per year from EU-countries
• Having a fantastic team to work with
• Having an open-door policy
• Benefiting from training and career development opportunities
• Receiving great Benefits Offer (childcare support, home office allowance, relocation support, E-Gym Wellpass, and many more)
• Working by the P&P rule - Productivity and Party - be productive but also enjoy events like Family BBQ, Octoberfest, X-mas party, team events
• Inviting office area where you can meet & greet while enjoying free coffee, snacks, fruits and beverages
• Connecting to Munich city center in just 30 minutes
• Living in one of the most culturally vibrant regions of Germany where other people spend their holidays

If we sparked your interest, we are looking forward to your application.