Product Manager – Acars Datalink

About This Role

We are looking for a strategically thinking and innovative Product Manager – Acars Datalink for our mission-critical Flight Operations solutions platform.  Primary focus will be on our Communications Platform dealing automated Air-Ground and Ground-Ground data traffic as well as the optimization and coordination of flight operations with ATC.   In this position, you will have touchpoints with all integrated systems across the platform and will be responsible for defining and building out new capabilities and features that further enable the platform. Your business knowledge and flight operations background will be leveraged to collaboratively work with other groups such as our SCRUM teams, marketing, sales, technology/development, finance, quality assurance and delivery to make your products a success.

The role we are offering you:

• Analyze the market and actively seek our customers’ input to understand the challenges they are facing in their operation
• In alignment with strategic initiatives and the vision of the platform, you will generate feature ideas and work with our SCRUM teams to design functionalities which help solve those market problems and add value for our customers
• Use your business knowledge and flight operations background to leverage it collaboratively with other groups such as marketing, sales, technology/development, finance, quality assurance and delivery to make your products a success

Our ideal candidate has:

• Minimum 3 years aircraft data link experience across two or more FMS types and one or more data service providers.
• Comfortable collaborating with multiple cultures across numerous time zones Superior strategic mindset, grasp of the macro view and how to apply it in the day-to-day
• Strong innovative capacity and thought leadership
• Structured and critical thinking skills, ability to distill ambiguous and complex information into meaningful insights and sometimes contradictory requirements into feasible feature designs
• Proactive and outgoing attitude, Excellent team player with the ability to lead via influence, credibility through commitment to excellence, integrity, and transparency
• Full professional fluency in English language Ability and willingness to travel

The following will be considered as a plus:

• 5 years’ experience with aircraft data link across multiple different FMS types and data service providers.
• Previous ATC Coordinator dealing with complex EU or FAA airspace sectors
• Previous Airline Flight Operations expertise with an understanding of regulatory frameworks, airspace management authorities, and civil aviation authorities worldwide
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, IT, Aeronautical Science, and/or Master of Business Administration Degree
• Previous experience designing, creating, and/or implementing integration of data between multiple products
• Previous experience managing the budget for a product or business unit Hands-on experience with cross-functional, agile teams
• Product Management experience and\or Project Management experience

Location:

• Euro Plaza, Gebäude H, Lehrbachgasse 11, 1120 Wien, Austria
• We operate a hybrid working approach (3 days per week in the office). 

CAE offers:

• The minimum gross salary on a full-time basis is EUR 3724 monthly. Depending on qualifications and professional experience, an appropriate remuneration in line with market rates is possible.
• An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
• 6 weeks of annual leave
• Employee Assistance Program - the mission of this program is to strengthen employees’ mental and physical health and support them in mastering everyday challenges with a positive mindset.
• myClubs, which offers access to over 35 sports and 1000 sports venues across Austria.
• Job ticket - can be used in all buses, trams and underground lines in zone 100.
• Job bike - allows employees to lease their dream bike through CAE at a much lower price than when they would buy it in the shop!

About us:

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. Our flight services business delivers software solutions to more than 150 airline customers.

Join the engine that is changing CAE, pointing towards the next horizon of growth through digital innovations to support our customers in their success.

Here are few reasons why folks love working at CAE!  

• Meaningful work that drives professional development 
• Ability to enter and grow within the technology industry 
• Work in a collaborative environment 
• Be part of a high-performance team 

Product Overview:

CAE Flight Operations Solutions is an industry-leading digital platform trusted by the world’s top airlines and business aviation companies to optimize their operations. Every year, more than 50 million flights and over 200,000 crew members are supported by CAE's flight operations software backed by a global team and unparalleled expertise. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and a digital ecosystem to address three main markets – Commercial Aviation, Business Aviation, and Crew Engagement. Spanning crew, flight, movement, airport, on-board catering, and cost management, CAE's customizable end-to-end solution improves decision-making by harnessing the power of integrated data and advanced technologies to improve operational performance, profitability, employee satisfaction and passenger experience.

CAE Flight Operations equips aviation professionals with the data needed to make informed decisions and take control of critical tasks. 

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Position Type                       

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.  

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.