Product Owner - Engineering Technologies

Product Owner - Engineering Technologies

Product Owner – Engineering Technologies
Low Fare Finder House, Leeds Bradford Airport

We are seeking a visionary and organised Product Owner to join our new Engineering Technologies Team, within our Airline Engineering team. This role is based within our busy Head Office (with hybrid working) at Leeds Bradford International Airport and is part of the overall Engineering Technologies & Predictive Analytics Team.

Reporting to the Engineering Technologies & Predictive Analytics Manager, the Engineering Technologies Product Owner will be responsible for defining and prioritising the product backlog for our engineering technology solutions.

About Us:
Jet2.com is one of the UK's leading leisure airlines, committed to delivering a high-quality service to our customers. We pride ourselves on our award-winning friendly culture, dynamic working environment, and dedication to providing an excellent travel experience.

Why Join Jet2.com?
Alongside a competitive salary and fantastic career development opportunities, we offer our valued colleagues a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

Financial Rewards:

• Contributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our contributory pension plan.
• Annual Pay Review: Stay rewarded with yearly salary reviews.
• Generous Discretionary Profit Share Scheme: Share in our success with our profit-sharing programme.

Work-Life Balance:

• 29 Days Holiday Per Annum: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and relax.
• Colleague Discounts: Save on flights with Jet2.com, holidays with Jet2Holidays, and more!

Peace of Mind:

• 3x Salary Life Assurance: Benefit from financial security with our life assurance plan.

Career Growth:

• Fantastic Career Development Opportunities: Advance your career with us through numerous growth prospects.

What will you do in the role?
As Product Owner - Engineering Technologies, you will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of innovative digital products that enhance our engineering and maintenance operations. You will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions.

You will:

• Define and prioritise the product roadmap for Engineering Technologies, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, define features, and create detailed specifications.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of engineering technology products.
• Manage the product lifecycle from concept to launch, including product testing, rollout, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate sprint planning, review, and retrospective meetings in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate product updates effectively across the organisation.
• Conduct market research and stay informed about industry trends to inform product strategy.
• Analyse product performance metrics and user feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure that engineering technology solutions align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Support the implementation and adoption of new tools and processes within the engineering department.

What are the key skills / experience you'll already have?
We are looking for a strategic thinker with strong organisational skills and experience in product management.
You will:

• Have a proven track record in product management, with experience in developing and launching digital and data products.
• Have experience with both Scrum and waterfall methodologies, with a preference for Agile practices.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Have a deep understanding of software development processes and best practices.
• Be familiar with project management tools and techniques.
• Have experience in creating and maintaining product backlogs, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Possess knowledge of aerospace engineering principles and airline operations (preferred but not required).
• Be able to balance technical requirements with business needs and user experience considerations.
• Have a track record of successfully delivering complex technology products or solutions.
• Be adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Join our exciting, forward-thinking team and be part of a dynamic business! At Jet2.com, we operate scheduled leisure flights from our 12 UK bases to stunning holiday destinations across the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, and Europe's most captivating cities. Help us create memorable holiday experiences for our valued customers with Jet2.com and Jet2Holidays!