Responsable AI & Digital Solutions F/H
Safran · Plaisir, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- €100,000 / year
- Plaisir, Île-de-France, France
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Job highlights
- Lead AI and digital solution design and deployment.
- Manage teams and complex international projects.
- Drive innovation and technological advancements.
- Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders.
- Ensure successful delivery and scaling of solutions.
About the role
AI & Digital Solutions Manager
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), space, and defense. Its mission is to sustainably contribute to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. With a presence on all continents, the Group employs 100,000 people and generated 27.3 billion euros in revenue in 2024. Safran holds world or European leadership positions in its markets, either alone or in partnership. Safran is ranked second in the aeronautics and defense sector in TIME magazine's 'World's Best Companies 2024' list.
Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats aircraft seats are currently in service with airline fleets worldwide.
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About the Role
As part of the development of Safran Seats' Digital Factory, we are strengthening our teams by creating the position of AI & Digital Solutions Manager. This role is attached to the Digital Factory, with the objective of accelerating the design and deployment of digital and artificial intelligence solutions for the business units. The role operates in an international context, in close collaboration with the Data Factory, the Integration Factory, and the business units (VP AI Sponsor). English is essential.
Main Mission
Lead the design, delivery, and adoption of digital and artificial intelligence solutions that address business challenges, from ideation to scaling.
Key Responsibilities
Digital & AI Solutions Leadership
- Identify, qualify, and prioritize business use cases (digital & AI) in collaboration with the VP AI.
- Serve as the focal point for automation initiatives within the Digital Factory (RPA, Power Automate, digital workflows, etc.).
- Translate business needs into concrete, industrializable solutions.
- Ensure the functional consistency of proposed solutions.
- Be responsible for the time-to-value of solutions.
Delivery & Scaling
- Lead the delivery of solutions in conjunction with: Data Factory (models, data, AI) and Integration Factory (APIs, flows).
- Ensure the quality, performance, and security of solutions.
- Transition from POCs to industrial and deployed solutions.
Team Management & Animation
- Direct and transverse management of developer teams / solution leads / product owners (internal and external) onshore and offshore (India).
- Structure roles, methods, and delivery standards.
- Develop the digital & AI skills of the teams.
- Create an international and collaborative dynamic.
Governance & Transverse Collaboration
- Work in close collaboration with the VP AI.
- Contribute to prioritization and governance bodies.
- Align solutions with the overall Digital & IT strategy.
Innovation & Watch
- Maintain a targeted technological watch (AI, GenAI, automation, platforms).
- Propose useful, measurable, and deployable innovations.
- Challenge business units on use cases and value.
Experience
- 6+ years of experience in digital / IT / data.
- Proven experience in delivering digital solutions.
- Experience in managing complex teams and projects.
- Experience in an international environment.
Key Skills
- Strong solution & product culture.
- Good understanding of AI / data challenges.
- Ability to communicate with technical and business profiles.
- Leadership, structuring, results-oriented mindset.
Key skills/competency
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Solutions
- Product Management
- Project Delivery
- Team Management
- Automation
- RPA
- Data Strategy
- Agile Methodologies
- Stakeholder Management
Skills & topics
- AI Manager
- Digital Solutions
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
- IT Management
- Project Management
- Safran
- Safran Seats
- RPA
- Automation
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 6+ years in digital/IT/data, AI/digital solution delivery, and international project management experience.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience in managing diverse teams (onshore/offshore) and driving results.
- Demonstrate technical acumen: Detail your understanding of AI, data, automation (RPA, Power Automate), and digital product culture.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your approach to identifying use cases, ensuring time-to-value, and driving adoption in an international setting.
- Research Safran: Understand their mission in safety, sustainability, and their position in the aerospace industry.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for an AI & Digital Solutions Manager at Safran Seats?
- The AI & Digital Solutions Manager at Safran Seats will lead the design, delivery, and adoption of digital and AI solutions. Key responsibilities include identifying business use cases, managing automation initiatives, ensuring solution quality and performance, leading diverse international teams, and maintaining technological watch in areas like AI and GenAI.
- What kind of experience is required for the AI & Digital Solutions Manager role at Safran?
- Safran requires at least 6 years of experience in digital/IT/data, with proven experience in delivering digital solutions and managing complex international projects. Experience in team management, including onshore and offshore teams, is also essential.
- Is English proficiency a must for the AI & Digital Solutions Manager position at Safran Seats?
- Yes, English proficiency is indispensable for this role. The position operates in an international context and requires close collaboration with various global teams, making strong English communication skills critical.
- What is the main goal of the AI & Digital Solutions Manager within Safran's Digital Factory?
- The main goal is to accelerate the design and deployment of digital and artificial intelligence solutions that address business needs. This involves leading solutions from initial ideation through to successful scaling and adoption by the business units.
- How does Safran Seats approach innovation in AI and digital solutions?
- Safran Seats encourages innovation through a dedicated technological watch focusing on AI, GenAI, automation, and platforms. The role involves proposing useful, measurable, and deployable innovations and challenging business units to explore new use cases and identify value.
- What is the reporting structure for the AI & Digital Solutions Manager at Safran?
- The AI & Digital Solutions Manager role is attached to the Digital Factory and works in close collaboration with the VP AI, as well as the Data Factory and Integration Factory teams.