Airbus

SKYWISE - Product Manager Flight Planning

Airbus$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in Product Management, ideally within aviation or SaaS environments.
  • Familiarity with SAFe methodology preferred.
  • Solid understanding of flight operations and related technologies.
  • Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on collaboration and governance.
  • Exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

  • Own and prioritize the N-FP feature roadmap based on customer insights.
  • Create a culture of collaboration among cross-functional teams.
  • Manage budget and risk through effective stakeholder governance.
  • Oversee contracts with internal and external partners.
  • Negotiate with stakeholders to optimize outcomes.

Benefits

  • Part of the Airbus Network.
  • Flexible work hours and hybrid working options.
  • Access to professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive work-life balance with generous vacation policies.
  • Comprehensive group benefits and strong mental health support.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Are you a product visionary passionate about aviation and agile development? Join Skywise to lead N-FP, our cloud-based flight planning and optimization solution. You will translate market needs into prioritized roadmaps and drive the future of airline efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
  • Product Strategy: Own the N-FP feature roadmap; translate customer needs into strategic, high-quality, on-time product releases.
  • Team Leadership: Foster a collaborative, self-managed culture; integrate people and processes across matrix teams.
  • Governance & Budget: Lead stakeholder governance to ensure effective use of time, budget, and risk management.
  • Vendor & Contract Management: Oversee internal/external contracts and manage partner/supplier relationships.
  • Conflict & Negotiation: Navigate complex stakeholder dynamics to achieve optimized business results.
What We Are Looking For
  • Strong Product Management background (SAFe experience preferred).
  • Experience in aviation, flight operations, or enterprise scale cloud/SaaS software.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder governance, and negotiation skills.


What we Offer:

Located in the heart of University of Waterloo's David Johnston Research + Technology Park, Skywise is close to shops, restaurants, gyms, daycare, and many other amenities, and only 10 minutes away from Hwy 85. As part of our family, you will enjoy:
  • Being part of Airbus Network
  • Flexible hours
  • Hybrid working environment (3 days in office)
  • Free parking
  • Vacation Days (15 - 25)
  • Professional Development Day
  • Christmas shut down
  • Summer core hours
  • Strong work-life balance
  • Casual dress code
  • Competitive group benefits plan
  • Strong focus on mental health support benefits
  • Sick and Personal days
  • RRSP matching program
  • Life Insurance
  • Access to Employee Share Scheme
  • Maternity & Paternity benefits
  • Referral program
  • Rewards and Recognition program
  • Training and Development Support
  • Monthly Lunch and Learns
  • Fitness & Wellness reimbursement
  • An active social committee
  • Organized Volunteer Events
  • Game room, including a flight simulator!
  • Active Inclusion & Diversity Committee
  • And much more


AI Disclosure: No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
NAVBLUE, Inc.

Contract Type:
Permanent

Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Programme & Project Management

About Airbus

Airbus SE is a European multinational aerospace corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells civil and military aeronautical products worldwide. The company operates in three segments: Airbus, Airbus Helicopters, and Airbus Defence and Space. The Airbus segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells commercial jet aircraft of approximately 100 seats; and regional turboprop aircraft and aircraft components, as well as provides aircraft conversion and related services. The Airbus Helicopters segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells civil and military helicopters; and offers helicopter related services. The Airbus Defence and Space segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells military aircraft, such as combat, mission, transport, and tanker aircraft; and missile systems, military satellites, and defence electronics, as well as provides defence related services. The company was formerly known as Airbus Group SE and changed its name to Airbus SE in April 2017. Airbus SE was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Blagnac, France.
Learn more about Airbus
Size
135,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2000

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