Product Owner (H/F) - NAVBLUE, INC.

AEROCONTACT; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation industry is seeking a SAFe Product Owner to join their team. The role involves transforming business needs into actionable User Stories, ensuring efficient implementation, and collaborating closely with multiple teams. Candidates should have a strong background in aviation and experience as a Product Owner, along with exceptional leadership and analytical skills.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Product Owner or equivalent.
• Solid experience in the Aviation industry, particularly in Crew or Flight Operations.

Responsibilities

• Transform business and operational needs into User Stories.
• Work closely with the development team to ensure proper implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Software Engineering

Aeronautics

Job description

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 the Product Owner are described in the SAFe framework at https://www.scaledagileframework.com/product-owner/. More specifically, in NAVBLUE, the Product Owner is a key asset in transforming business and operational needs, collected with Product Management and the Software Factory, into User Stories. The PO works closely with the development team to ensure these User Stories are properly implemented according to the Definition of Done. The candidate will lead by example in deploying Lean-Agile principles, breaking silos, and aligning development with the overall Portfolio framework vision. They will also work to bridge the gap between recommended practices and daily business objectives, ensuring successful NAVBLUE processes. As NAVBLUE values efficiency, flexibility, and a focus on value, the PO will collaborate closely with the development team to enhance performance and effectively transition between functional and technical domains. This position supports multiple teams requiring a Product Owner.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Product Owner or equivalent
• Solid experience in the Aviation industry, particularly in Crew or Flight Operations and related digital solutions
• Experience in SAFe
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High energy, driven to innovate, and a team player
• Self-motivated with a focus on exceeding goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, customers, and partners
• Proficiency in English negotiation level

Qualifications:

• Degree in software engineering, aeronautics, or equivalent experience

This role requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, supporting the company's success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

Company:

NAVBLUE, Inc.

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Programme & Project Management

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