Commercial Program Manager

Thales Aerospace Communications; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks an experienced Program Manager to oversee SATCOM product development and management with leading aircraft manufacturers. This role encompasses planning, execution, compliance, and stakeholder communication, requiring a robust understanding of aerospace engineering and project management.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in program or project management, preferably in aerospace.
• Strong understanding of aero standards.
• Experience with regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering interface with aircraft manufacturers for SATCOM development.
• Lead planning and implementation of SATCOM programs.
• Ensure compliance with aviation standards and company policies.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overall Job Function

Management of Airline programs/contracts. Responsible for delivering SATCOM products to OEM’s in line with customer contractual requirements agreed as part of a RFP process.

Job Responsibilities

• General management of the engineering interface with aircraft manufacturers (OEM’s) in the context of SATCOM product development
• Lead the planning and implementation of SATCOM programs with OEM’s
• Coordinate internal resources and potential third party subcontractors for seamless program execution
• Define program scope, goals and deliverables in alignment with business objectives and customer requirements
• Track and manage program progress ensuring milestones are met
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation together with a team of project managers including plans, schedules, risk assessments and status reports
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Ensure compliance with aviation industry standards, safety regulations and company policies

Job Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor degree in Engineering and 10 years experience in program or project management, preferably within the aerospace industry
• Strong understanding of aero standards
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
• Proficient in project management tools
• The following experience will be advantageous:
  • working in a global aviation environment
  • working according to regulatory requirements and certifications (FAA, EASA)
  • proven success in managing cross-functional teams across multiple time zones
  • aviation specific project or program management certification

Affirmative Action and/or EE candidates will be given first preference as per our employment equity strategies.