Manager, Connectivity Engineering

At Safran Passenger Innovations, we make flying fun by maximizing the passenger experience. As an innovative in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) company, we design, engineer, manufacture, sell, and support world-class in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions. Our products are constantly evolving to tackle complex challenges in media distribution, playback, and networking, all within the secure and demanding inflight environment.

We thrive on collaboration, working in cross-functional teams where engineers, designers, and innovators come together to create solutions that truly redefine the passenger experience. Trusted by many of the world’s leading airlines, Safran IFEC delivers cutting-edge technology that enhances air travel. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of in-flight entertainment and creating the best experiences for today and tomorrow!

Job Summary :

The Manager of Connectivity Engineering is accountable and responsible for managing the team of engineers assigned to the Connectivity Engineering group in Brea, CA. This position is responsible for the onboarding, managing, oversight and evaluation of the engineering personnel assigned to the Connectivity Engineering team. In this role, the Manager of Connectivity Engineering will work closely with Connectivity leadership to ensure the assigned technical personnel are executing the needed tasks, reprioritizing tasks as necessary. The Manager of Connectivity Engineering will collaborate closely with team members in the Gilching, Germany office, the Engineering team in Brea, and Product Management to ensure alignment with company priorities, strategic vision, business objectives, ROI and product deployment plans. This position will also be responsible for overseeing any technical outside services and / or staff augmentation that is needed to support executing the work.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Serve as the primary manager responsible for the Connectivity Engineering team and their performance, development, and oversight
• Contribute to the Connectivity Leadership Team by providing input on personnel assignments and strategies to support Product Line goals
• Support onboarding personnel to create the Connectivity Technical Team in the SPI Brea Office – working with HR and Finance staff as appropriate for contractor personnel
• Manage key relationships within the organization for execution – Gilching office, IFE Engineering and the remainder of the Connectivity Product Team
• Monitor issues, deviations or departures from commitments and solve or notify the appropriate stakeholders
• Identify and suggest resolutions for process problems
• Support customer visits, sales, and the program office as required
• Mentor, manage and develop subordinates

Requirements

Benefits

The starting pay range for this position is $103,000 to $124,000 per year however, base pay offered may vary depending on the level, skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, Safran Passenger Innovations offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to :