Program V&V Manager

Req ID:517856

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Take part to major developments by proving that the design is fit for its intended use through implementation and execution of Verification Integration and Test activities fitting the targets in terms of Quality Cost and Delivery.
• Detail and perform all the in-house activities related with Verification Integration and Testing performed by the V&V team and interface experts delegated in other departments. Identify if activities need to be exported to Projects or site execution and follow-up results. Interface with design teams to share and detail the results of V&V activities.
• Agree with Verification & Validation manager on strategy scheduling and budget and share progress results and issues during execution.

ORGANISATION

Organisation structure (job belongs to..)

Development Centers

Reports directly to:

V&V Department Head / Group Manager

Other reporting to:

Dotted line reporting to Program Verification & Validation Manager

Direct reports:

N/A

Network & Links

Internal

• Internal : Program team (Engineering Safety RAM )

External

• Suppliers (if any)
• Auditors and assessors

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

Key accountabilities:

• Contribute to the definition of the Program Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan and act proactively for its implementation;
• Define verification methodology for selected deliverables when requested in V&V strategy;
• Define test plans and test descriptions for in-house activities.
• Perform and report allocated verification integration and test activities;
• When Safety is involved share and justify the results with Safety Assurance Manager to feed the safety demonstration.
• Interface with experts in other department to align on selected V&V activity methodology;
• Represent Alstom in front of customers or partners for instance to provide overview of test progress issues risks and opportunities;
• Specify procure develop setup and configure assets such as testbenches and instrumentation;
• Provide data to maintain applicable KPIs;
• Provide valuable feedback for REX sessions and continuous improvement;
• Manage configuration and change management cycle related with V&V activities (simulation configuration anomaly tracking etc.);
• In Projects follow-up with T&C for tests exported to site execution.

Performance management:

• DNDR (Defect non-Detection Rate)
• CPI (Coverage Progress Indicator)
• Cooperation and support to KPI Root Cause Analysis

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

• Graduated

Desirable:

• Masters degree in engineering or scientific topics

Experience

Mandatory:

• Good analytical skill is required.
• Experience in Product development.
• Understanding and experience in Software coding.
• Knowledge of at least one Alstom platform.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of more than one Alstom platform.
• Product and system background.
• At least 2 years in relevant positions (systems / sub-systems integration embedded equipment electrotechnical product development) in a highly complex and normative environment (railway signalling aerospace defense nuclear) would be a major asset.

Competencies & Skills

• Open-minded
• (Self) entrepreneurial
• Problem setting and problem solving
• Sense of urgency
• Foreign language: English full proficient use
• Writing skills required: clarity rigor and concision

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:Experienced

Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1