Work Package Manager

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments institutions and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of defence and security aerospace and space cybersecurity and digital identity were driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Romania we are advancing innovation through software engineering research and development delivering solutions in key markets in which Thales Group operates. Our engineers design develop and integrate solutions that impact global industries from fully operational systems and subsystems for naval warfare and maritime security operations to air traffic management systems satellite-based solutions tactical indoor simulations identity and biometric technologies and more.

Airspace Mobility Solutions (AMS)

Thales AMS is a global business line that supplies air traffic control systems equipment sensors and services for civil and military domains. An impressive 2 out of every 3 planes around the world land and take-off with the help of Thales. We combine half a centurys experience in development and deployment with an unrivalled worldwide installed base advanced technology and ground-breaking innovations to deliver solutions that are continually adapted to the ever-changing aviation systems needs.

The AMS Work Package Manager (WPM) is responsible for delivering software work packages for our portfolio of air traffic management systems developed in Bucharest within an international environment. The WPM is part of the project management team and is accountable for quality budget and schedule. The WPM interacts directly with the project management teams ensuring the team interface to all ongoing projects.

JOB SUMMARY

• Monitor and control the work package progress through rigorous planning of activities and their dependencies;
• Build the consolidated workload of the development team as an input to the Team Leader for organizing resources.
• Act as an interface towards the project management teams and actively support requirements clarification;
• Contribute to the definition of the Product Backlog in cooperation with the Product Owner.
• Attend projects coordination/management meetings;
• Report on work package status to project management teams;
• Organize and moderate workshops on technical issues within the scope of ongoing or upcoming projects;
• Actively support team cooperation inside the organization and with other Thales entities;
• Supervise the adherence to defined development processes;
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators related to efficiency and quality of the team results;
• Warrant projects financial objectives: master realization cost risks and opportunities management;
• Coordinate workload of different projects with support of Software Engineering Manager/System Engineering Manager to ensure a fluid workload within the team;
• Anticipate potential risks propose and implement corresponding mitigation measures;
• Develop competences and skills of team members according to project needs in cooperation with Team Leader.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Education/Qualification:

• Technical University Degree (e.g. in Computer Science Electronics Informatics Automation Systems Airspace or other related fields);
• IT/Programming knowledge;
• Project management know-how analytical and structured working approach ability to work on own initiative and within a team;
• Takes decisions and keeps a global overview of overall process;
• Wide degree of creativity and flexibility is expected also excellent communication skills are required for collaboration with colleagues within the management - all levels.

Requested technical competencies:

• At least 5 years of experience in software development/testing/project management handling industrial technical and contractual constraints;
• Good knowledge of development process;
• Ability to understand and debate on complex technical issues;
• Knowledge of project management configuration and change management tools.

Personal competencies:

• Project management abilities among which:
  • Be highly organized and a good multi-tasker;
  • Take charge and know how to lead;
  • Be an effective communicator;
  • Know how and when to negotiate;
  • Be detail-oriented;
  • Recognize and solve problems quickly.

• Interpersonal skills (sociability self- control empathy assertiveness);
• Customer oriented/multicultural interaction;
• Proved willingness in taking over responsibility;
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure;
• Proactive attitude rigorous and autonomous.

Languages:

• English fluent.

Nice to have:

• Air traffic management know-how would be an advantage;
• Experience working in safety critical domains;
• Proven experience working with Agile teams;
• French.

Your careeer at Thales:

Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your competences in different areas:

• Room and attention to personal development.

• Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group discovering new products new customers new country or go to a more complex Solutiom

• Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path.

• Build an international career within a leading Engineering Group.

• Work for different Thales domains & entities.

Your immediate benefits:

• 24 holiday days a year

• Benefit Online

• A good work-life balance which includes flexible working hours

• A comprehensive compensation and benefit package including medical coverage & life insurance

• Hybrid Workplace

• GoFluent & Udemy Subscription

• Engineering Technology & Management Academies

At Thales were committed to fostering a workplace where respect trust collaboration and passion drive everything we do. Here youll feel empowered to bring your best self thrive in a supportive culture and love the work you do. Join us and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference for a safer greener and more inclusive world.