Program Development Manager

ALSTOM Gruppe; Henegouwen; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading mobility solutions company in Belgium is seeking a Program Development Manager to drive the technical development of the Automatic Train Operation (ATO) system. This role involves coordinating various engineering teams, maintaining the technical roadmap, and ensuring system performance aligns with program requirements. The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, substantial experience in systems/software development, and a strong command of English. This role offers a unique opportunity to participate in innovative solutions for sustainable transportation.

Prestations

Innovative work environment

Opportunity for career growth

Exposure to future-focused topics

Qualifications

• Solid experience in System, Software, or V&V.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Experience in rail, automotive, or aeronautics is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead the technical coordination of the ATO system development.
• Ensure coherence between technical baselines and program needs.
• Coordinate engineering métiers and supervise progress.

Connaissances

Understanding of system/software development lifecycles

Knowledge of agile processes

System architecture knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficient in English (written and spoken)

Formation

Engineering degree in Software, Electronics, Computer Science, or equivalent

Master’s degree

Description du poste

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Program Development Manager

Company: Alstom

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

Mission

The Project Development Manager leads the technical development of the ATO (Automatic Train Operation) system for the GoA3/4 program, a strategic initiative aiming to progressively enable autonomous train operation.

This role coordinates all engineering métiers, drives the technical roadmap, and ensures delivery of proof-of-concepts and demonstrators, acting as the technical counterpart to the Program Manager.

Responsibilities

1. Technical coordination & program development

• Coordinate all technical métiers involved: System, Software, V&V, Safety, and Quality.
• Act as the technical project leader, structuring activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring system-level coherence.
• Define and maintain the technical roadmap and baselines in line with the Engineering Management Plan.
• Ensure proper application of engineering processes, standards, methods, and tools.
• Ensure that the ATO system meets the expected performance and functional requirements.
• Allocate and follow up on bug fixes and anomaly corrections.
• Prepare, organize, and monitor Design Reviews and Peer Reviews across engineering teams.

3. Program interface & support to the Program Manager

• Act as the main technical interface for the program, ensuring alignment with stakeholders.
• Secure coherence between technical baselines and both short- and long-term program needs.
• Prepare QCD analyses related to engineering scope and support technical planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement: process optimisation, lessons learned, KPIs, engineering workflow evolution.
• Support the creation of proof-of-concepts and demonstrators for future ATO solutions.
• Work in an innovation-driven environment, exploring new system and software architectures that are not yet intended for customer delivery.
• Test and validate prototypes on trains

Profile

Education

• Engineering degree in Software, Electronics, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• A Master’s degree is required for engineering positions at Alstom.

Experience

• Solid experience in one of the following métiers: System, Software, or V&V.
• Proven experience coordinating engineering activities or leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Experience in rail, automotive, or aeronautics is an asset.

Technical skills

• Strong understanding of system/software development lifecycles.
• Knowledge and experiences in agile processes.
• Knowledge of system architecture, requirements engineering, and V&V processes.
• Ability to build and follow a technical roadmap.
• Awareness of Safety, RAM, QCD, and product quality constraints.
• Natural technical leadership and ability to bring multiple métiers together.
• Innovative mindset, curiosity, and creativity.
• Hands‑on approach: willing to interact with teams on the ground and participate in train tests.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in English (written and spoken).

What this role offers

• The opportunity to contribute to one of Alstom’s key innovation programs: autonomous train operation.
• A transversal role at the heart of onboard system development, interfacing with all engineering métiers.
• Exposure to highly technical, future‑focused topics with strong innovation components.
• A strategic position acting as the technical right‑hand to the Program Manager.

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.