Embedded Project Manager, Sopra Steria

Sopra Steria

Location:
India, Bengaluru

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Description:

Need a highly experienced Embedded Project Manager to lead complex embedded software development and testing projects in the Avionics domain. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in managing full lifecycle projects in systems such as FMS, FCS, FWS, and other safety-critical applications, ideally within DO-178B/C compliance frameworks. This role requires strong technical oversight, exceptional customer and stakeholder management, and a proven ability to deliver fixed-price contracts on time and within budget.

Job Responsibility:

End-to-end ownership of embedded avionics software development and V&V (Verification and Validation) projects
Define project scope, objectives, detailed schedules, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies
Serve as the primary point of contact for global customers
ensure clear communication of requirements, milestones, and changes
Manage strict cost, schedule, and quality constraints
drive project profitability while ensuring compliance with contractual terms
Coordinate with technical leads for system design, integration, and testing activities on embedded platforms
Work closely with engineering, quality, systems, safety, and certification teams
Ensure adherence to aerospace standards including DO-178B/C, and company-specific quality processes
Track KPIs, create project status reports, and escalate issues proactively
Lead and mentor project teams
provide performance feedback and support career development

Requirements:

12–14+ years of total experience in Embedded Systems Project Management, with a strong focus on Avionics
Understanding of Flight Management Systems (FMS), Flight Control Systems (FCS), Flight Warning Systems (FWS)
Proven experience managing fixed-price and milestone-based projects
Strong knowledge of DO-178B/C, ARINC 653, and RTCA/EUROCAE standards
Familiarity with tools like DOORS, JIRA, MS Project, Configuration Management systems, etc.
Exceptional communication, stakeholder, and customer management skills
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, often in a global and distributed environment
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is a plus
Experience in understanding the technical part of the project SCOPE
Experience in project complexity analysis and estimation
Experience in work allocation, support to the team and interaction with the customer
Experience in defining and maintaining the quality of the deliverables

Nice to have:

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields
Experience working with major aerospace OEMs (Airbus, Boeing, etc.) or Tier-1 suppliers
Exposure to Agile/Scrum practices in safety-critical systems
Experience in proposal writing, project bidding, and pre-sales technical support

What we offer:

Inclusive and respectful work environment
Open to people with disabilities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 05, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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