Manager, Carborne System Data Development

Description

Job Information

Title: Manager, Carborne System Data Development

Authority: TA

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: Car Equipment

Location: 130 Livingston St

Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Reporting Manager (if Applicable): Director, Carborne System Data Maintenance

Deadline (if Applicable): Open until filled

Compensation: $138,723.00 - $173,403.50 (ENG006)

Position Summary

The position is responsible for the seamless implementation of new carborne technology, equipment, and system interfaces, while maintaining the highest levels of safety on new car procurements and car retrofit programs. Special programs include the design, validation, and installation of all carborne CBTC and modern signaling programs initiatives, and special projects for communications, track intrusion detection systems, and network upgrades. The selected candidate will provide direction for testing, inspection, analysis, corrective action applications, and reliability tracking for CBTC equipment on trains for the Canarsie, Flushing, and QBL lines, and future rollout on NYCT’s subway lines. The incumbent will evaluate and coordinate DCE-related NYCT EMI/EMC programs and validations for new car procurements, test programs, and system upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Oversee review and approval of Carborne CBTC equipment designs; coordinate with MTA C&D, Maintenance of Way, consultants, and NYCT teams to ensure safe, reliable implementation and provide ongoing technical support through contract closeout.
• Support maintenance facilities and Central Electronics Shop post‑acceptance by ensuring upgrades, retrofits, and validations are properly executed and documented.
• Manage a team of engineers responsible for integrating CBTC and modern signaling carborne equipment into the fleet, including evaluating new technologies, leading design reviews, overseeing testing and commissioning, and representing DCE at Safety Certification Board meetings.
• Coordinate multi‑stakeholder efforts across C&D Signals, MOW, CES, OSS, and others to ensure safe, reliable integration and life‑cycle maintenance of new carborne systems.
• Lead integration of updated 5G train radios across revenue and non‑revenue fleets, supplying technical data, validating system compatibility (including EMI/EMC), and ensuring no interference with CBTC operations.
• Develop a specialized engineering team with expertise in CBTC, modern signaling, control theory, troubleshooting, data analysis, obsolescence detection, and cybersecurity compliance.
• Investigate and resolve CBTC‑related Train Trouble reports; represent DCE in monthly incident review meetings and integrate findings into MDBF and reliability metrics.
• Perform other required duties including contractor oversight, invoice review, compliance with policies, and escalation of issues as needed.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) from an accredited college in Electrical or Electro/Mechanical.
• Seven (7) years of professional experience.
• Two (2) years of managerial/supervisory experience.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in and lead a team.
• Practical knowledge of Carborne software and microprocessor train control systems.
• Practical knowledge of digital network communication systems.
• Knowledge of new and cutting‑edge technologies related to heavy railcar engineering, transit vehicle systems and interfaces, and their interaction with wayside equipment.
• Thorough understanding of design, testing, troubleshooting, failure analysis and corrective action relative to railcar software and control systems.
• Experience with the NYCT environment and wayside equipment.
• Experience in working closely with NYCT railcar maintenance and overhaul shops, support shops, equipment suppliers, other DOS divisions and other NYCT departments.
• Knowledge of configuration control and management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Selection Method

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

Other Information

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $115,252 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

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Additional Information

Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.

To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct. Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.