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Product Owner – Avionics & Instruments

Take the lead in advancing avionics technology and drive innovation as a Product Owner – Avionics & Instruments at Fokker Services. Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
  • 1 year contract
  • 40 hours a week
  • 1 HBO+
  • 40 Vacation/ADV days per year
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How you keep the engine running with us

The role of Product Owner – Avionics & Instruments is pivotal for the Component Maintenance activities within Fokker Services. As such, you will be defining the strategic roadmap and identifying new capabilities, technologies and repair procedures for the Avionics & Instruments shop, as well as optimizing the existing capability portfolio.

You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced team of fellow product owners, supported by a large group of supporting Product Engineers. Eventually, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of the Avionics technology roadmap and providing guidance to the Engineering team accordingly. In addition, the Product Owner will liaise closely with the Sales & Procurement department in order to work on both Sales campaigns and cost saving reduction opportunities.

The Product Owner – Avionics & Instruments will report to the Head of Programs – Component Services and will liaise with fellow Product Owners and the Avionics Component Repair Shop Manager in order to achieve goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for defining the development agenda for new avionics capabilities and repair technologies;
  • Responsible for managing continuous improvement on the existing capability portfolio by means of lean principles;
  • Identify or support sales campaigns in conjunction with the Sales department in order to expand the volume and revenue of Avionics capabilities;
  • Initiate cost saving opportunities in conjunction with the Procurement department in order to enhance the competitiveness of Avionics capabilities;
  • Perform technical data analyses on existing avionics portfolio and set-up measurements to improve business intelligence on a product level;
  • Responsible for maintaining the existing capability portfolio from a commercial perspective.

How you are valuable to us

  • Demonstrated entrepreneurial skillset and experience in driving Sales opportunities;
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate (product) strategy and technical principles to support departments; 
  • A demonstrated understanding of electrical components and avionics systems;
  • A demonstrated ability to identify improvements, applying lean principles and driving continuous improvement;
  • Demonstrated commercial savviness and understanding of operational excellence;
  • Demonstrated ability in solving complex problems and showing a can-do attitude;
  • Demonstrated excellent analytical and data analysis skills;
  • A demonstrated excellent proficiency in relevant software skills: MS Excel or Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Access.

Desirable:

  • (HBO) BSc or MSc degree, or equivalent, in an (Electrical) Engineering discipline;
  • Experience in Program management or qualification related to a Program Management related discipline.

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As one of the major independent players in the aerospace industry, we handle a diverse range of aircraft types. From commercial airliners to specialized military vehicles, each kind of vehicle finds its way to us, making our work both varied and challenging

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Danny Vos
Aircraft Mechanic

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We consider diversity and inclusion incredibly important; we believe that everyone deserves a fair chance. As the saying goes, diversity is being invited to the party, inclusion is being asked to dance as well. This is what Fokker Services Group stands for

Didier Soesman

Didier Soesman
Talent Aquisition Consultant

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Where you will be working

A company with over a hundred years of experience, innovation, knowledge and expertise coursing through our veins. Our cross-departmental approach and tailor-made solutions are making their mark on the future of aerospace innovation. With our welcoming and friendly culture, we are more than just colleagues. We are a team of friends committed to both fun and development in the workplace. This enthusiasm and ongoing performance development ensures that our employees commit to Fokker Services Group for the long-term. 

We are pioneers and we are dauntless. It's no coincidence that we're a global player in the field of aircraft maintenance and advancement. Together with our keen and initiative-taking colleagues, we work on the most innovative and advanced solutions aiming at creating a more sustainable and optimal aerospace sector. We continue to push the boundaries of possibility. And that's how we make sure we keep aircraft where they belong: in the air! 

The Team

Working at Fokker Services Group gives you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, with innovative thinking and cooperation with a no-nonsense culture as the core. You will be guided by professional and resolute colleagues, which will give you the knowledge and experience to further boost your career.

We also offer you:

  • A competitive salary matching your knowledge and experience
  • Flexible hours
  • When working fulltime (40 hours), you have 27-29 holiday days and 13 ADV leave days per year
  • A challenging international working environment
  • An insider’s look into the innovative world of aviation
  • A lot of room for professional and personal growth
  • Fun colleagues (trust us, we are not biased)

Ready for take-off?

How we fly through your application 

 

  1. The telephone interview

Our recruiter will get in touch with you. Immediately providing the opportunity to make each other's acquaintance. 

 

  1. Initial on-site interview with your prospective manager and a team member

Now's the time to really get to know each other. We look forward to meeting you at our office where we can engage in an in-depth conversation with you.  

 

  1. Second on-site interview with your prospective manager

Time to get down to the business in hand. You and your prospective manager will delve deeper into the salient points relating to your possible new job and discuss any future ambitions.  

 

  1. Screening 

ITAR screening is applicable for some positions. Should this be the case, you will be informed in due course.  

 

  1. Job offer 

Yes please! If both parties are equally enthusiastic, an appropriate job offer will be forthcoming in fitting with the position and your level of skills.  

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