RESPONSIBILITY
· Drive and coordinate engineering transformation initiatives across the function, including process harmonization, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), lean-agile practices, and digital thread enablement.
· Define and execute the strategic transformation roadmap, ensuring alignment with corporate goals across organization, tools, and processes.
· Translate high-level business objectives into concrete transformation plans with measurable outcomes.
· Work closely with engineering managers and project leaders to identify pain points, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
· Streamline and optimize engineering workflows to enhance cross-functional collaboration, product quality, and delivery performance.
· Lead and support change management activities to accelerate adoption of new methodologies, digital tools, and collaborative ways of working.
· Develop and deploy training and awareness programs tailored to engineering teams’ needs and maturity.
· Coordinate stakeholder engagement and communication efforts, fostering alignment, transparency, and a shared vision across teams.
· Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing by actively managing change-related communications and addressing resistance to change.
· Lead cross-functional transformation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic priorities.
· Track progress of transformation programs using clearly defined KPIs, dashboards, and regular reporting to stakeholders.
· Ensure the integration of quality, cybersecurity, and safety requirements into all new engineering practices, in compliance with defense industry standards.
· Act as a key interface across functions, including engineering, industrialization, operational excellence, QCS (Quality, Compliance & Safety), program management, and enablers such as IT and operations
PROFILE
· Master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
· At least 8–10 years of experience in engineering, industrial transformation, or continuous improvement roles, preferably within complex systems (aerospace, defense, automotive, etc.).
· Proven experience in leading cross-functional transformation initiatives with measurable business impact. Experience in organizational transformation, process improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma), or change management.
· Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Lean/Agile practices, and digital engineering tools (e.g., PLM, Polarion, MBSE, Capella, Jira, etc.).
· Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle processes, system development models (V-cycle, Agile), and operational workflows.
· Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence without authority. Comfortable working across hierarchical levels, from operational teams to executive management.
· Solid project management skills: ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver complex programs across functions.
· Results-driven and pragmatic, with a strong sense of ownership.
· Curious, adaptable, and continuously seeking innovation.
· Ability to work in a matrixed, multi-site, and multicultural environment. Collaborative and inclusive, promoting team empowerment and cross-domain synergy.
· Familiarity with processes (Engineering Operating System, RAMS, IVVQ).
· Certifications in Agile, Lean, Change Management (e.g., PROSCI)
· Background in systems engineering or defense programs is a strong asset
· Fluent in French, English; knowledge of German or Dutch is a plus