Discipline Manager (Functional Engineering Manager)

Location: Singapore, SingaporeThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.Thales established its presence in Singapore in 1973 to support the expansion of aerospace-related activities in the Asia-Pacific region. Throughout the last four decades, the company grew from strength to strength and is today involved in the primary businesses of Aerospace (including Air Traffic Management), Defence & Security, Ground Transportation and Digital Identity & Security. Thales today employs over 2,100 people in Singapore across all its business areas.Role Description SummaryImprove the engineering discipline practices (process and tools)Strengthen our focus on people developmentEnsure the sharing and capitalization of knowledge across the organizationEnforce balance between engineering discipline and deliveryKey Activities And ResponsibilitiesAs a Discipline Manager, you are accountable for:Contribute and support the Engineering Manager in building a clear vision and direction for Engineering initiatives and communicate to the teamContribute to the Systems, Infrastructure and Speciality Engineering Discipline GovernanceDefine and tailor discipline practices (process and tools)Ensure the capitalization and sharing of knowledgeContribute to the discipline efficiency plan to increase business competitivenessPromote adoption of new technologiesBe responsible for the engineering discipline cost model definition and updatesAssess skills required for current and future projects needs including future discipline trendsDevelopment/upskilling of the team and career managementConduct strategic workforce planning including the provision of resources to fulfil current and future bid and project needsRoll-out Make Team Buy strategy for the forecasted workload (incoming activities)Define and Manage Hiring strategy and recruitment, onboardingFoster collaboration with other disciplines to define multi-discipline solutions with added valueFoster an innovation and entrepreneurship cultureKey Knowledge And ExperienceTo be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:QualificationsDegree in Engineering, IT or related disciplinePostgraduate studies in Systems Engineering (Desirable)Essential ExperienceProven experience in Systems Engineering lifecycle management (10+ years) including; Requirements, Design, Integration and Verification and ValidationProven experience in the development of products and projects in a variety of methodologies, with a particular focus on iterative/agile developmentProven experience (5+ years) in managing and coaching staffDemonstrated ability to achieve effective outcomes in a multidiscipline, multi-culture environmentExperience with Safety, Security and Human Factors standards and practicesExperience with Infrastructure design processesExperience with Network design and deployment processesAbility to develop and promote high performing teamsDevelop and foster a culture of continuous improvementCoaching and sharing of his/her know-howAbility to engage senior stakeholders having different objectivesAccountability, transparency and curiosityA positive attitude combined with excellent interpersonal and motivational skills.An ability to successfully manage changeComfort in facing and managing complexitySound judgement and independent decision-making capability where necessaryExcellent written and oral communication skills in EnglishDesirable:Good knowledge of Air Traffic Management systemsGeneral / Special RequirementsAssist in ensuring a harmonious work environment in all departments that you are working with by upholding Thales' key values.An advocate for diversity and inclusion who will be actively involved in implementing change initiatives to achieve our diversity goalsAn advocate for a culture of continuous improvementAn advocate for Accountability, transparency and curiosityComply with all relevant company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies and framework and work practices with the intent of preventing or minimizing accidental exposures to self, colleagues, visitors and/or the environment and to ensure a safe work practices at all times.Comply with all relevant Company policies and procedures.Special RequirementsOccasional international travel may be requiredAt Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. 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