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Senior Program Manager Digital Transformation

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  • Level
    Senior
  • Job Field
    Project
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Location
    Munich
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will lead complex digital transformation projects, develop efficient processes, and support alignment between the digital organization and Airbus's business functions.

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    Your role in the team

    • As Senior Program Manager Digital Transformation, you will run large, complex, cross-functional, and multi-national digital transformation programs and projects in a diverse stakeholder environment.
    • You will also support the Head of Architecture and Digital Transformation in aligning different digital transformation programs within AD in developing the new digital backbone of the Digital organization.
    • You will report directly to the Head of Architecture and Digital Transformation. In addition to leading specific large, cross-functional, and multinational programs yourself
    • You are also responsible for the continuous development and implementation of the portfolio as well as for aligning the digital transformation within the division and across Airbus.
    • Lead Programs: Direct and deliver large-scale, complex, and multi-national digital transformation projects across diverse stakeholder groups.
    • Build the Digital Backbone: Partner with the Head of Architecture and Digital Transformation to align various transformation initiatives into a cohesive, division-wide digital ecosystem.
    • Drive Lighthouse Initiatives: Shape, launch, and execute high-visibility "lighthouse" programs that bring our core business strategy to life.
    • Optimize Delivery: Design and implement simplified, efficient processes that remove roadblocks and boost team productivity across all initiatives.
    • Bridge Digital and Business: Facilitate collaboration and establish a joint transformation approach between the Digital organization and core business functions (such as Connected Intelligence, Air Power, and Finance).
    • Navigate Complex Systems: Map and coordinate the intricate interactions between functional teams, existing governance bodies, and established processes within Airbus Defence and Space.
    • Direct Executive Support: Act as a key advisor to leadership, driving strategy on special topics and high-priority portfolio developments.
    • Incorporate Modern Ways of Working: Champion modern methodologies such as Agile and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) to build a flexible, future-ready digital organization.
    • Mobilize and Motivate Teams: Lead, develop, and inspire diverse, cross-functional teams, empowering them to embrace new collaborative mindsets.
    • Drive Company-Wide Buy-In: Act as a key advocate for digital change, building awareness and securing commitment at every level of the company from the Executive Committee (ExCom) to individual employees.

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    Our expectations of you

    Education

    • You hold a university degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or a similar field.

    Qualifications

    • You possess strong communication skills across all levels of management, with a proven ability to tailor your message to specific target audiences.
    • You have a proven track record of designing, creating, and moderating effective workshops for both management and teams.
    • You balance an analytical mindset with an empathetic viewpoint, are structured, pragmatic, open-minded, and consistently curious about new technologies.
    • You thrive in a collaborative environment and bring a true team-player mindset.
    • You maintain a hands-on, solution-oriented attitude, paired with positivity and resilience.
    • You offer high flexibility and are willing to travel as required by the role.

    Experience

    • You bring a minimum of 8 years of experience in multi-project/program management, strategy development, enterprise architecture, and journey management, ideally gained within a consultancy or advisory firm.
    • You have hands-on experience and a genuine passion for working in SAFe, agile, and lean environments, backed by relevant certifications (e.g., Prince2).
    • You possess enterprise architecture experience, including architecture modeling, and hold related certifications such as TOGAF.
    • You have a strong advantage if you hold a project management certification (e.g., PMP) and have experience in portfolio planning (UP).
    • You are experienced and comfortable working within international and multicultural teams.

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    What we offer

    • This role is also available with reduced weekly hours and an adapted scope of tasks.
    • Our site is just a stone's throw away from Munich, the beautiful capital of Bavaria.
    • Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
    • Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
    • Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
    • Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
    • Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

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    Job Locations

    • Location Munich

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      Germany

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    Airbus Deutschland GmbH

    Airbus Deutschland GmbH

    Airbus is the world's leading provider of air and space transportation, as well as related services.

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  • Language
    English
  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Full Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Vehicle Manufacturing, Supplier, Industry, Production
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    Senior Program Manager Digital Transformation

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