Strategic Technology Lead (D/F/M)
Core
Strategic leader steering Airbus Public Safety & Security through transformation in mission-critical communication, defining technology vision, standards, and partnerships for governments and defense sectors.
Role type
Principal strategic technology leader (telecom/mission-critical)
Builds
Unified CTO organization, long-term tech roadmaps, industry standards, patent portfolios, and strategic partnerships
Domain
Defense, public safety, telecommunications, 5G/6G, satellite networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic technology leadership, 5G/6G/satellite networking expertise, standards development (3GPP/ETSI), regulatory compliance, IP/patent strategy, cross-functional team building, global stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Experience in EU/national research projects, quantum networking concepts, AI-driven networking, industry consortium leadership
Technologies
5G, 5G-Advanced, 6G, satellite backhaul, AI, quantum networking, cloud-native, SD-WAN, NFV
Responsibilities
Define technical vision for mission-critical connectivity, lead transformation of CTO organization, influence 3GPP/ETSI specifications, manage patent portfolio strategy, negotiate strategic vendor and industry partnerships, ensure regulatory compliance (NIS2, Cyber Resilience Act), represent company globally as thought leader
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship