Digital Innovation Manager (H/F) - AIRBUS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Job Description: Title: Digital Innovation ManagerGrade: E4Description: The digital journey of Airbus is aimed at preparing the company for future opportunities in the connected world, fostering new revenue streams through innovative technology-driven solutions. At Airbus India, we are committed to advancing the aviation industry through innovation and excellence. Our objective is to pioneer solutions that enhance operational efficiency, elevate customer experiences, and drive sustainable growth. We seek proactive individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about shaping the future of aviation. IT in Airbus aims at becoming a core function, where sustainable IT is starting to transform our company. Our customers can benefit from our innovative products and services, where we are the key to implement the digitalisation in our company. We connect thousands of worldwide end users everyday, and all that in a protected and safe environment. IT is everywhere in the business, from the design of an aircraft until its delivery and beyond. Airbus started its digital journey with the objective to transform the company and to prepare it for the future. This transformation includes new global governance, new ways of working and the implementation of digital business services and platforms. Within the Digital function, the Governance and Transformation department plays a key transversal role in enabling the Digital Transformation, from FRAMING - expressing strategic intentions and defining simple, flexible and scalable frames - to SUPPORTING Domains and PSL’s while ensuring alignment between functions and divisions - to REPORTING through consolidated views, highlighting hotspots and relevant needs for support & decision-making. In India, the Digital Strategy, Governance & Transformation team plays a key transversal role promoting synergies between multiple domains across Airbus worldwide with a flexible and adaptable approach which helps in sharing best practices, architecture, innovation, operational excellence and being efficient with cost, quality and time. In this context, the Innovation Manager will oversee the Digital Innovation efforts in India within the Digital Governance function. The successful candidate will drive automation and innovative initiatives by aligning with business strategies, identifying and evaluating business and technical trends, and implementing appropriate actions. Leading the Innovation team, you will equip and empower teams across the site with tools, methods, and coaching to conceptualise and validate ideas using cutting-edge methodologies, thereby significantly reducing risks associated with disruptive innovations. You will spearhead efforts to educate and train teams in the latest innovation and prototyping techniques, challenging traditional thinking and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and agility throughout the organisation. This role demands a bold approach to challenging the status quo, embracing experimentation, and taking calculated risks. A creative mindset is essential for nurturing ideas and breaking conventional patterns, supported by a high level of curiosity, courage, and resilience. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are crucial, as the role involves influencing stakeholders at all levels of the business, both domestically and internationally. Qualification & Experience: We're searching for inquisitive individual who value attention to detail and are committed to achieving results. We seek passionate team member who are eager to learn, willing to collaborate, and capable of pioneering innovative work practices that shape cultural evolution. The Innovation Manager will oversee relationships with key stakeholders to drive concrete business results. They will be tasked with envisioning and conceptualising innovative solutions aligned with Airbus's Digital Strategy. Are you ready to share this exciting challenge with us?

Qualification & Experience

• 4 years Bachelor/ Master Degree in relevant fields
• 15+ years of total experience.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in innovation, product/software development working in cross-functional teams from inception to release.

Required Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in leading cross-functional teams through all stages of product development.
• Drive market research to identify emerging trends and technologies, leveraging insights to inform strategic decision-making.
• Spearheading collaboration with product teams to ideate, prototype, and test new concepts, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer insights.
• Proven experience in project management and budgeting/costing for POC initiatives and other dynamic activities.
• Manage the development and execution of innovation strategies that drive growth and enhance our competitive advantage.
• Collaborate effectively with the global Innovation team as a unified entity, utilizing shared synergies through standardized innovation lifecycle practices, methodologies, and roadmaps.
• Ability to develop POCs in terms of hands-on, coding and provisioning of infrastructure. Familiarity with establishing data culture in terms of data design, architecture and lifecycle activities.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to stimulate creative thinking and generate impactful solutions.
• Proven experience in collaborating with stakeholders across different functions and levels to gather requirements, prioritise initiatives, and drive consensus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a focus on quality and timely delivery.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and proficiency in leveraging these technologies to drive innovation.
• Oversee the development and management of a pipeline for innovative projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer needs.
• Track and analyze performance metrics of new initiatives and products, leveraging insights to refine strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and inspire team members to cultivate an innovative mindset across the organization.
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels to promote innovation initiatives and secure buy-in for new projects.
• Establish and nurture partnerships with startups, universities, and technology providers to enhance our innovation ecosystem.
• Expertise in developing and implementing sustainability strategies aligned with corporate goals and industry best practices.
• Good knowledge on ESG and hands on in sustainability improvement projects.

Desired Skills:

• Strong understanding of innovation methodologies, such as Design Thinking, Lean Startup, and Agile.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in the industry.
• Familiarity with product development lifecycle and methodologies.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with digital transformation initiatives and emerging technologies
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends effectively

Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for guiding Growth and Innovation towards success.
• Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new applications/Projects transition to operations etc.
• Provide solutions, set design direction, and advise on complex technical and non-technical issues.
• Have a strong passion for technology, modern platforms, and solving customer problems.
• Learn from experiences to continually improve.
• Lead innovation projects and explore opportunities within Airbus.
• Fostering a healthy creative environment while effectively overseeing activities to ensure timely deliveries.

Success Metrics: Success will be measured in a variety of areas, including but not limited to

• Agile mind-set, collaborative way of working.
• Consistently ensure the on-time delivery and quality of the projects.
• Bring innovative cost effective solutions.
• Achieve customer satisfaction.
• Ability to handle a subject from demand management, to development and support.
• Ability to understand the business potential of applications and provide insight to clients.
• Ability to challenge the needs of the clients and provide appropriate solutions.
• Ability to foster team engagement and well being.

The role will have the following key outputs:

• Strong link with the Airbus organisation.
• Strong link with the Airbus Digital community.
• Generate business value for Airbus
• Actively participate & contribute to the Airbus Digital Innovation initiatives.

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: Airbus India Private LimitedEmployment Type:Permanent-------Experience Level:ProfessionalJob Family:Digital By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected] . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.