Manager, Carborne System Data Maintenance

Digitailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 139,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Transit is seeking a Manager of Carborne System Data Maintenance to oversee software and hardware configuration for carborne applications across subway fleets. You will develop configuration control documentation, commission and accept workstations, and lead hardware and software updates.

The role requires strong leadership, experience with network troubleshooting, cybersecurity considerations, and collaboration with IT and shop teams to ensure reliable railcar systems and incident

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field with 7+ years of professional experience.
• Minimum 3 years of managerial/supervisory experience.
• Experience with NYCT environment and railcar maintenance/shops preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead software and hardware configuration management for carborne systems.
• Manage team of engineers for software evaluations, cybersecurity, and documentation.
• Oversee in-house software development, testing, and deployment.
• Provide training and support to maintenance personnel.
• Ensure compliance with governance, escrow, and safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Carborne software

Train control systems

Digital network communications

Railcar engineering

Transit vehicle systems

Wayside equipment

Software design & testing

Configuration control

Communication skills

NYCT experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Description Position at New York City Transit JOB INFORMATION: Title: Manager, Carborne System Data Maintenance Authority: TA Department: Subways Division/Unit: Car Equipment

Location

130 Livingston St Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Reporting Manager (if Applicable) Director, Carbone System Data Maintenance Deadline (if Applicable) Open until filled

Compensation

$138,723.00 - $173,403.50 ( ENG006) POSIT I ON SUMMARY: This position is responsible for all aspects of software and hardware configuration control for carborne applications for new and existing subway car fleets. The incumbent will develop and maintain software configuration control documentation, commission and accept software workstations, develop in-house software modifications, validate vendor software changes, and assist shops in implementing these changes. The manager will also implement a hardware configuration control plan for Portable Test Equipment (PTE) to maintain a state of good working order and support NYCT Shops and the Central Electronics Shop (CES). The Manager will also lead a team of engineers specializing in network troubleshooting and corrective action. The Manager will work collaboratively and in coordination with MTAIT Transportations Systems Product Support personnel to ensure technology introduced through railcar procurements is appropriately assessed, tested, secured, integrated, documented, and transitioned into a standard, sustainable and secure MTA IT support model for all of the technically related essential functions listed as responsibilities Finally, the incumbent will provide expertise in the analysis and interpretation of Event Recorder (ER) and Monitoring and Diagnostic System (MDS) incident download data.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of carborne software and hardware configuration management, including review, approval, commissioning, and maintenance of systems supporting new car procurements and fleet retrofits. Manage a team of engineers responsible for software platform evaluations, compliance with industry standards, software lifecycle documentation, cybersecurity requirements, and acceptance of supplier-delivered software. Oversee in-house software development, testing, validation, and implementation, ensuring safe deployment of system updates and providing training for maintenance personnel. Maintain software version control, technical documentation, and inventory management for software workstations, portable test equipment (PTE), and specialized diagnostic tools. Manage hardware and software obsolescence programs by forecasting replacements, upgrading platforms, and ensuring diagnostic equipment remains operational and up to date. Provide technical support to maintenance, overhaul, and electronics shops by diagnosing and resolving train network, communications, monitoring, diagnostics, and event recorder issues. Analyze event recorder and diagnostic system data for incident investigations and support accident investigations through technical expertise and interpretation of system logs. Administer vendor loan and test agreements, coordinating engineering reviews, testing activities, and contract requirements from development through project closeout. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to validate, integrate, secure, document, and transition new railcar technologies into sustainable operational support models. Ensure compliance with software governance, cybersecurity, configuration control, escrow requirements, and operational safety standards while supporting fleet reliability and availability. Perform additional managerial responsibilities including contractor oversight, invoice review, policy compliance, issue escalation, and other assigned duties.

Education

AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) from an accredited college in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related technical field . Seven (7) years of professional experience. Three (3) years of managerial/supervisory experience DESIRED

Skills

Ability to work in a team and lead a team . Practical knowledge of Carborne software and microprocessor train control systems . Practical knowledge of digital network communication systems . Knowledge of new and cutting-edge technologies related to heavy railcar engineering, transit vehicle systems and interfaces, and their interaction with wayside equipment . Thorough understanding of design, testing, troubleshooting, failure analysis and corrective action relative to railcar software and control systems . Experience with the NYCT environment and wayside equipment . Experience in working closely with NYCT railcar maintenance and overhaul shops, support shops, equipment suppliers, other DOS divisions and other NYCT departments . Knowledge of configuration control and management systems . Strong written and verbal communication skills . SELECTION METHOD Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment. All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal. OTHER INFORMATION Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary) As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $115,252 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker. For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program.