Product Owner

NAVBLUE; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation technology firm in Southwestern Ontario is looking for a SAFe Product Owner to enhance collaboration between business needs and development teams. The candidate will drive product development, lead by example, and promote Lean-Agile principles. A background in aviation or experience as a Product Owner is essential. This role offers a hybrid work model with extensive employee benefits including flexible hours and strong work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working environment

Free parking

Vacation Days (15 - 25)

Professional Development Day

Christmas shut down

Strong work-life balance

Competitive group benefits

RRSP matching program

Life Insurance

Employee stock ownership plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Product Owner or equivalent.
• Solid experience in the Aviation industry.
• Experience in SAFe.
• Strongly focused and self-motivated to overachieve goals.
• Negotiation level English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development team in implementing User Stories.
• Bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions.
• Promote Lean-Agile principles across teams.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Engineer or Master's degree in software engineering or aeronautics

Job description

Job Summary :

NAVBLUE is looking for a SAFe Product Owner (PO).

The Product Owner (PO) is an integral part of the NAVBLUE North America Software Factory team.

Responsibilities :

Main responsibilities of Product Owner are described in the SAFe framework at

More specifically in NAVBLUE, the Product Owner is a key asset turning the business / operational needs collected with the Product Management and Software Factory into User Stories, and then working closely with the development team to get these User Stories properly implemented as per the Definition of Done objectives.

The candidate will be asked to lead by example on the deployment of Lean-Agile principles, breaking the silos, and ensuring any development fits with the overall Portfolio framework vision.

The candidate will also be active in ensuring that NAVBLUE processes are successful in bridging the gap between “by the book” recommendations and daily practices which can be more driven by business objectives.

As NAVBLUE is looking for efficiency, flexibility and focus on value, the candidate will be working closely with the development team and significantly contribute to its performance. To promote this flexibility and focus on value, the candidate must transition between functional and technical domains effectively.

This position is open to fulfill the need for Product Owner on multiple teams.

Required Skills / Experience :

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Product Owner or equivalent
• Solid experience in the Aviation industry, noticeably Crew or Flight Operations and associated digital solutions.
• Experience in SAFe
• Strong leadership skills
• Superior analytical and problem solving skills
• High energy, driven to innovate, and a team player
• Strongly focused and self-motivated to overachieve goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interact effectively with senior management, customers and partners
• English negotiation level

Qualifications :

• Engineer or Master degree in software engineering or aeronautics or commensurate experience

Perks :

• Being part of Airbus Network
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working environment (2 days in office)
• Free parking
• Vacation Days (15 - 25)
• Professional Development Day
• Christmas shut down
• Summer core hours
• Strong work-life balance
• Casual dress code
• Competitive group benefits plan
• Strong focus on mental health support benefits
• 5 Sick Days
• 2 Personal Days
• RRSP matching program
• Life Insurance
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Maternity & Paternity benefits
• Referral program
• Rewards and Recognition program
• Training and Development Support
• Monthly Lunch and Learns
• Fitness & Wellness reimbursement
• An active social committee
• Organized Volunteer Events
• Game room, including a flight simulator!
• Lunch hour sporting activities (hockey, soccer, volleyball etc.) with a shower on site
• Active Inclusion & Diversity Committee
• And much more!

Not to mention, the aviation industry’s ongoing digital transformation means we must continually innovate and rise to the many challenges faced by our geographically diverse customers. We are always looking for creative ways to improve our processes and technologies to be a leader in the highly competitive aviation market.

Applications :

We thank all applicants for applying. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Navblue is committed to creating an environment and a culture where everyone feels like they belong no matter who they are or where they are from. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, record of offences, and basis of disability or any protected class. Accommodations will be available on request for candidates throughout the entire recruitment and selection process.

About Us :

NAVBLUE, an Airbus Company, is a leading global provider of flight operations solutions, including aeronautical charts, navigation data solutions, flight planning, aircraft performance software (take-off / landing, weight and balance), and crew planning solutions. You’ll be able to shape the future of the digital aviation industry by working on several of the best in the industry flagship products enabling pilots, dispatchers, flight engineers and other aviation personnel on a daily basis to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable flight operations all over the world. You’ll have the opportunity to support millions of flights each year and help NAVBLUE customers maximize efficiency, reduce costs, ensure compliance with complex national and international safety regulations, and effectively deliver their services.

You’ll join a team with a focus on digital and collaborative innovation that is passionate and customer-focused. Over the last few years, Airbus has been supportive of various initiatives such as Going Digital, Performance Based Navigation Services, Air Traffic Management Modernization Programs, FlySmart on iOS and other digital projects related to new aircraft technologies; the launch of NAVBLUE was therefore a natural step to further develop its Flight Operations and Air Traffic Management Portfolio.

NAVBLUE is also proud to have been recognized as one of Waterloo Area’s Top Employers for 2024 . Based on eight criteria : physical workplace, work atmosphere and social, health financial and family benefits, vacation and time off, employee communication, performance manager, training and skills development and community involvement. It was determined that we offer some of the most progressive and forward-thinking programs within the area. Plus, NAVBLUE was recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates in 2024 . We are excited and grateful for both these recognitions. We realize that it is our employees that have allowed us to succeed and will allow us to continue succeeding.

NAVBLUE is a fully owned subsidiary of Services by Airbus, fueled by the agility of Airbus ProSky and Navtech (acquired in 2016), and the pioneering spirit of Airbus, NAVBLUE was created in July 2016 with one mission : lead aviation into the digital age.

NAVBLUE is based in Hersham (UK), Toulouse (France), Waterloo, ON (Canada), Bangkok (Thailand) and Malmö (Sweden), Gdańsk (Poland) with other offices all around the world.

The Future is Yours for the Taking :