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  • Professional Services Senior Consultant  

    Location: Remote UK, United KingdomThales people architect identity ma... Read More
    Location: Remote UK, United KingdomThales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Position SummaryThales data protection solutions are at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.Within this business line, the Cybersecurity Professional Services Senior Consultant is responsible for deploying and implementing our data security solutions in customer enterprise environments. In this position, the consultant has a central role in the organization, generating revenue in coordination with sales, interfacing with the customer, AND coordinating with R&D and product management to enhance and optimize the solution to meet customer’s needs.This is a highly hands-on and technical role with extensive customer facing responsibilities. The individual will work with cross functional teams at customer sites focusing mainly on IT security, encryption and key management, to install and configure our data protection products. Ideal candidate must be self-motivated and comfortable in the dynamic atmosphere of a technical organization with a rapidly expanding customer base and new products. Service oriented. Business driven. Candidate must be organized and analytical, adept at working in a team environment and able to handle multiple priorities.Essential Functions / Key Areas of Responsibility The professional Services Senior consultant main functions and responsibilities will include:Assisting engagement specialist to scope complex Thales products’ deployment.Set up conference calls with customers to review deployment plans, pre-requisites and best practicesProvide onsite or remote consulting services and support to Thales customer with a focus on high quality, accuracy and customer satisfactionRecord project activities in the department project management applicationDevelop and deliver technical hands-on product deep knowledge transfer to customersTrack and ensure successful completion of high impact projects by creating project scoping plans, design guides and relevant documentationFunction as technical point of contact for customer deployments and as a mentor for other team membersDelivery of customer engagement in Database Activity Monitoring, Web Application Firewall, Secure Sphere, Data Risk Analytics and Data Risk Intelligence.Design – Role, Policies and ProceduresDocumentation and hands on deployment including hardware security modulesProvide training and knowledge transferProvide strong product and professional services solution presentation to difference audiences, internal and external.On top of his delivery mission, Senior Consultant must have the skills below:Empowers project delivery success by sharing content on delivery best practices and product trainingReports on product quality, top issues, improvement initiatives and feedback to consultant technical leader.Educates customers on related products, discover new use cases, and positions potentials professional services upsell opportunities.Willing to implement the organizational vision in a continually evolving environment.Able to drive Customer to implement a plan, minimize escalations and secure PS Invoicing in line with sales target for projectsWorks with cross regional team on technical missions to prepare deployment of new solutions for PS consultants teamTechnically drives complex projects involving large diversities of technologies and products, teams and regions.Able to manage “Staff Augmentation Services” for customer: Our Staff Augmentation Services enable our customer to strengthen their teams with technical cybersecurity expertise and specialized database security knowledge in order to protect customer information assets.Supports engagement manager in the pre-sales phase of complex scope of work definition and workload estimationVersed with security best practices and help customer through consulting best practices to be implemented in customer environment.Minimum Requirements: Skills, Experience & EducationEducation: B.A./B.S. degree required (preferably Computer Science, Information Services, or a related field).Experience:5+ years as Security Technical ConsultantExperience in onsite and remote projects delivery model.Able to deploy all Data Security products including, but not limited to, Data Security Fabric, Secure Sphere, Data Risk Analytics and Data Risk Intelligence.Preferred QualificationsTechnicalExperience with Web Application Firewall-P (WAF-Prem)How to deploy Web Applications / firewallSizing and technical pre-requisitionsHow to configure and analyzeFine tune and configure reporting and integration(s).Experience with Data Risk Analytics (DRA)How to deploy on VMWare, AWS, AzureAbility to extract audit data from Agent Gateways to DRA AnalyticsHow to create lists and perform tuningExperience in performing Health-ChecksLow level troubleshooting; routine system checks; documenting findings and scope for improvements.Experience with Database Activity Monitoring (DAM) / Secure SphereHow to deploy on VMWareSizing basic gatewaysHow to install agents (windows; non-windows)How to undergo data classification scans; vulnerability scansAbility to troubleshoot on gateways and agentsExperience with Windows server administration.Comfortable with Active Directory, power shell, NTFS administration and group policy administration.Soft SkillsHigh energy, flexible, pro-active and excellent resistance to stressVerbal and no verbal communication, listening:Ability to present solutions, rather than problemsAbility to express complex ideas in a manner befitting the audience.Team-workingNegotiation: A strong “can do” attitude. Willing to accommodate and innovate to ensure customer satisfaction.Problem solvingCustomer drivingCustomer crisis managementAble to manage complex projects Additional SkillsKnowledge of applications such as WebSphere, Apache Tomcat, JBossProgramming background and experience (Java, C++, .NET, SQL, XML)Experience in Storage solutions (NetApp, Dell, HP, etc.)Relevant security or professional certifications: CISM, CISA, CISSP, ITIL v3, PMPCloud Certifications: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud.Experience with Splunk, MongoDB, SAP/Hanna and/or Teradata#LI-VJ1In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Discipline Manager Systems Engineering  

    - Reading
    Location: Reading, United KingdomThales people architect solutions tha... Read More
    Location: Reading, United KingdomThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Discipline Manager–Systems EngineeringLocation: Reading (with regular travel required to Glasgow site)Are you looking to develop your people management and development skills in a successful and growing part of the business? Are you able to bring multi-discipline teams together to drive delivery and continuous improvement? Look no further… this is the role for you! The Role:We currently have an exciting opportunity to recruit the Discipline Manager for our systems engineering discipline based in Reading for Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME)!As a Discipline Manager based in Green Park, Reading, your role encompasses leading the implementation of processes, tools, and governance within the OME systems team. Reporting to the Head of Discipline, your responsibilities extend to managing personnel and enhancing the competencies of the team members.Additionally, you will provide crucial support to the IVVQ Discipline Manager by aiding in the implementation of their strategy and practices. Furthermore, you will be involved in assisting with the people management tasks for the IVVQ Discipline Manager in OME South.This position demands strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively guide the team, facilitate continuous improvement, and provide support for individual professional growth. You will also be instrumental in driving the team's performance and maintaining a conducive and productive work environment.In this role, effective leadership and communication skills are essential, as you will be responsible for driving the team's performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and providing guidance and support to team members as they work towards their professional development goals.This is an excellent opportunity to evolve and grow your competencies within leadership and people management across an evolving function, as well as provide a valuable contribution to Systems as a whole in OME.Key Responsibilities:Deploy the adequate Practices and Tools tailored to reach the required maturity according to Project/Product delivery challengesWork with the local engineering delivery team to make them efficient - identify gaps and associated actions to support continuous improvement driving increased competivenessEncourage adoption of new technologies and toolsCapitalise and share knowledge and assetsAllocate Subject Matter Experts and enable coaching within the teamManage and develop individual and collective team skills & ensure allocation of people to products / projectsContribute to bids and project peer reviews, reducing technical/engineering risks and increasing confidence to deliver Support, Review and approve estimates for the Systems design and IVVQ activitiesSupport, review and approve suitable strategies for Systems design and IVVQ activitiesAbout you:You will have extensive experience and knowledge in Systems engineering from concept generation, architecting, systems design, verification, validation and acceptanceYou will have significant experience in team management You want to oversee systems-related activities and be plunged into a challenging environment You are a leader willing to engage and develop your team through the use of collaborative work and challenging approaches You love to share knowledge and help people develop themselves, which enables you to be recognised as a great mentor and team-player We are looking for an individual invested and passionate about people, able to empower and unite employees around clear objectives by acting as a coach and developing talent. You will have substantial knowledge of systems Engineering (familiar with technology, tools, methods and processes) and a good awareness of adjacent functions. You will be an experienced people manager who has led complex multi-disciplinary teams defining the processes, practices and tools to be used in order to deliver a systems Engineering or IVVQ campaign to the project and customer needs. You will have a track record of developing people as well as have experience leading teams through change and continuous improvement.You will have led the definition or practices and procedures in order to improve the quality and effectiveness of ways of working within the discipline.Experience of leading the engineering activities on projects that use systems engineering tools. You are able to develop a strategic vision and bring teams along the journey with you to promote improved delivery and competitiveness.
    YOUR CAREER AT THALES

    Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your Competencies in different areas:

    Room and attention to personal development
    Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solution
    Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path
    Build an international career within a leading Engineering GroupConnect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity.This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

    To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Principal Systems Engineer  

    - Cheadle
    Location: Cheadle, United KingdomThales people provide armed forces cu... Read More
    Location: Cheadle, United KingdomThales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Primary Purpose of the Role:Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensor systems and decision superiority. We’re helping navies across the globe keep the world, our friends, our families and all of us safe.In Anti-submarine Warfare (ASW), we put huge numbers of sensors on every submarine, which locate and provide data about other submarines and objects. Our world-leading sonar technology is used across the entire UK submarine fleet.The primary purpose of this role is to manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for a major project. Includes significant team management responsibility to provide direction to a team of engineers through requirements management definition, design, implementation and validation until delivery of the system.You must be able to provide systems engineering decision authority. Principal Relationships:As part of the Thales Systems Engineering process you will interact with the following key roles:Engineers at all levelsBid team membersProject team membersTesting team membersInstallation team membersProject PlannersSales and MarketingSupply ChainCommercialMajor Stakeholders / ClientKey Responsibilities and Tasks:The list below is not exhaustive, nor will individuals be expected to be able to undertake all of them. They are given as a guide as to the expected duties of the grade.Develop and manage requirements specifications at both the system and subsystem levels.Demonstrate a solid understanding of the development lifecycle and lifecycle products.Interface with clients to define the content and format of test specifications.Define and authorise test specifications.Conduct impact analysis and manage variations.Ensure compliance with customer requirements and resolve related issues.Define and authorize design descriptions and verification requirements.Provide technical advice to the Engineering Group Manager on technical matters and management issues pertinent to the Systems Engineering Group.Offer technical direction and leadership to the Systems Engineering community.Engage with key stakeholders effectively.Establish and maintain a structured Systems Engineering process and activities.Provide detailed technical specifications.Offer assistance and guidance to Project Systems Engineers regarding their responsibilities and design decisions.Prepare resource plans and budgets for the Systems Engineering Group, managing the budget to ensure project objectives are met within financial constraints.Approve estimates for project activities and manage the Systems Engineering Group to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.Develop and train Systems Engineering personnel to ensure a qualified staff is available to perform and lead the design and requirements development for projects and products, including acceptance requirements.Represent the Systems Engineering Group on the change control committee, reviewing change proposals and approving Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) on behalf of the engineering department.Stay informed of technical developments both within and outside of the company.Identify training, development, and performance needs through the Annual Check-in and Development Check-in processes for the Systems Engineering community under your supervision.Assist the Engineering Group Manager in strengthening the engineering capabilities of the team.Key Performance Indicators against Responsibilities and Tasks:This role is continually monitored for performance and as such some of the following typical Key performance indicators (KPI’s) will be usedFinancial performance of the System Engineering team under your control.Timely delivery team objectives, appraisals and development actions.Quality of work produced against agreed standardsDelivery to timescalesDelivery to budgetPerformance against Thales key valuesExpected Competence LevelSkills:Able to use a range of IT tools.Has a sound ability to use System Engineering tools (e.g. DOORS, Polarion, MBSE, JIRA etc.).Has knowledge of configuration control processes.Can manage a complex project through a defined design process and is able to tailor CHORUS2 to project needs.Can define and use metrics as part of quality assurance and control change to re-model a System Engineering process.A working knowledge of project plansHas knowledge of Engineering Safety ManagementExperience:The Principal Systems Engineer is the technical focal point for the System Engineering process and must be able to resolve all issues, problems, questions and conflicts in the entire system. This requires frequent handling of new and unusual issues therefore a proven record of working in a Systems Engineering Management function is required.The post holder should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels in the spoken and written word. A good outward appearance, self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure are vital.The success of the Systems Engineering job family relies on the interaction of its engineers at all levels, therefore evidence of team working is required.Values & Behaviours:As our business continues to evolve and grow, it’s important that we have clear accountability for our respective roles and what it takes to be successful. Therefore, everyone is expected to develop their behaviours along three key factors, each pf which have two streams as shown below:Think Big:Imagine the Future: See ahead to design new, different and simplified solutions that will anticipate and address tomorrow’s business needs and challenges.Inspire to Engage: Shares a compelling vision, leads with integrity and engages stakeholders.Make It Happen:Deliver User-centric Solutions: Create customer intimacy, listen fully and be accountable for creating value for the client and for Thales.Act with Agility: Challenges the status quo, takes smart risks and fosters continuous improvement.Together: Grow Others and Self: Invest energy to develop self and others, ensuring individual and organizational potential is maximised.Include Others: Empower others, embrace diversity in partnering beyond organizational boundaries to achieve common goals.We want a safe and positive environment for all of us to grow, share knowledge and support each other so that we can all work at our best and be proud of our achievements.Desirable Qualifications and Certification:HND/Engineering Degree or equivalent.Essential:Please note that all applicants must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum. Please see the following link for more information: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)Have attained or working towards an appropriate professional status (CEng) or equivalent.Please note, we are sadly not able to consider any person who holds dual citizenship.Financial / Budgetary Responsibility:The post holder will be expected to deliver designs/projects to an agreed budget.#LI-MC2In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Financial Accountant  

    - Crawley
    Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions tha... Read More
    Location: Crawley, United KingdomThales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Financial AccountantCrawleyAre you finance professional or looking for a role to kick start your career in Finance? Interested in a team that will fully support your training and development? Apply now! What the role has to offer:High-profile role that involves collaboration with key stakeholders across both business linesThis role offers a broad and dynamic career path with lots of opportunities for growth and developmentThis particular opportunity will be working within a well-established financial team that support both business lines. Between the team, there is a wealth of knowledge and experience. In addition to this, you will be working with Project accountants and Controllers as well as external stakeholders such as auditors.Our OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for a finance professional to support our Training and Simulation (TTS) domain as well as our Thales Flight Avionics (FLX) domain. You will play a pivotal role within the finance community across all sectors within both domains, responsible for a variety of activities, which will include profit & loss, balance sheets, general ledgers, month end reporting and financial statements. You will consolidate and provide regular reporting updates and financial reports to management across Group, UK and Domains reporting and support with the evolution of the reporting across the domains. About YouWe are looking for a proactive and collaborative individual with the following skills, experience and attributes to join our team:Studying towards or considering a Financial qualification would be advantageous but not necessaryStrong MS Excel skills & use of IT toolsEvidence of having identified changes & improvements to processes and / or tasks and seen those through to implementation.Ability to prioritise and manage own workload as well as contribute to deadlines.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build internal relationships. Confident enough to challengeValues being part of a team whilst also taking personal responsibility for their part within it, and their impact on the teams overall effectiveness.Uses Internal & External networks to assist in their own knowledge & personal development whilst seeking opportunities to learn and take on board improvement opportunities.What We Can OfferWe’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you’ll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.FlexibilityYour health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.If you are interested in this role, we would encourage you to have informal chat with the Talent Acquisition Partner.Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Collaborateur-trice des Infrastructures Extérieures - 100 % - CDD (m/w/d)  

    - Norwich
    Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to... Read More
    Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.We say HI* ̶ Bienvenue dans l’équipe Thales !*Human IntelligenceThales en Suisse fait partie d'un groupe technologique leader mondial dans les domaines de la défense et de la sécurité, de l’entraînement et de la simulation, de l'espace ainsi que de l'identité et de la sécurité numériques. Dans un monde plein d'incertitudes, nous veillons à ce que nos clients, nos partenaires et nos collaborateurs puissent emprunter de nouvelles voies en toute confiance et en toute sécurité. Pour un avenir dans lequel nous pouvons tous avoir confiance.Say HI* – Dis bonjour à ta carrière en tant queCollaborateur-trice des Infrastructures Extérieures - 100% (m/f/d) à Bure - CDD #LI-ONSITE (Ref. Nr. R0310333)Le Centre d'instruction au combat (CIC) Ouest, que nous exploitons sur mandat de l'Armée suisse, t'attend à Bure. Tu es ici à la bonne adresse si tu apprécies le contact direct avec les clients, si tu veux t'engager pour la réussite des programmes d'entraînement militaires et si tu aimes aussi te déplacer en plein air. Fais partie de l'équipe d'experts de Thales chez l'un des principaux fournisseurs d'entraînement et de simulation en Europe. Nous sommes impatients de te rencontrer!Ta mission:Réaliser des travaux d’entretien, de maintenance et de réparation sur les infrastructures extérieures (pistes, espaces verts, aires de circulation, etc.)Effectuer les réparations mécaniques ainsi que l’entretien courant des véhiculesAssurer la conduite de camions et d’engins de chantier selon les besoins opérationnelsApporter son aide, ses conseils et un support technique aux clients ainsi qu’aux équipes sur le terrainNous attendons avec plaisir:CFC dans le domaine mécanique ou formation équivalenteExpérience confirmée en tant que machiniste, chauffeur poids-lourds, ou encore ouvrier paysagiste est un gros plusCapacité à s’exprimer aisément en françaisPermis de conduire catégorie CApproche client, flexibilité, disponibilitéSens des responsabilités, esprit pratique et apte à travailler en équipePolyvalence et bonne résistance au stressNationalité suisse, casier judiciaire et extrait du registre des poursuites viergeCeci t’attend à BureLa convention collective de travail de l’industrie des machines, des équipements électriques et des métaux (CCT) I Travail flexible et mobile sans horaire de base | Modèles de travail à temps partiel favorisant l'équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie privée | Programme de participation en actions "Sharing Thales" | Allocations pour événe-ments particuliers | Possibilités d'évolution internationale au sein du groupe Thales | Vastes possibilités de forma-tion continue avec le Thales Learning Hub | Entretiens de développement réguliers | Plateforme d'avantages avec des réductions pour les collaborateurs | Boissons chaudes et froides gratuites I Primes payées pour les assurances d'indemnités journalièresPour nos 85'000 collaborateurs dans 68 pays, nous ouvrons des perspectives d'avenir, réalisons des carrières individuelles et permettons des espaces de créativité. Nous y parvenons grâce au courage, à la diversité et à la ferme volonté de relever les défis exigeants de notre époque de manière plus sûre et plus inclusive. Grâce à notre gestion des collaborateurs durable et axée sur les valeurs, nous défendons activement la diversité.Say HI* – Ton chemin vers nousLorsque les signes du temps sont au changement, nos équipes internationales sont là pour répondre à la complexité d'aujourd'hui avec les technologies de pointe de demain. Tu es de la partie ? Ton interlocuteur Frédéric Martin se réjouit déjà de recevoir ta candidature en ligne via notre portail carrière.Frederic MartinTalent Acquisition Partner #LI-FM1*Human IntelligenceAvis aux agences de recrutement: 
    Veuillez comprendre que tout envoi de profil de manière proactive ne sera pas traîté par l'équipe recrutement. 
    Nous n'acceptons que les candidatures envoyées par les candidats eux-mêmes. 
    Nous vous remercions de votre compréhension. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • 2026 Mechanical Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Electro-Mechanical Apprentice  

    - Templecombe
    Location: Templecombe, United KingdomThales people provide armed force... Read More
    Location: Templecombe, United KingdomThales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.2026 Mechanical Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Electro-Mechanical ApprenticeshipStart Date: 07 September 2026Salary: £24,000 per annumEmployee type: PermanentLocation: TemplecombeWorking Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)Do you have an inquisitive mind? Do you like to know how things work and are interested in engineering? Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through a degree, whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry-leading organisation? If so, read on to see what Thales has to offer…What the role has to offer:Earn while you learnJob specific training experienceRecognised qualificationsPermanent role from day oneTuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully coveredThales designs a range of state-of-the-art optronics solutions for the some of the most technically advanced defence platforms in the world.As a Mechanical Engineer at our Templecombe site, you will work as part of a development team and be responsible for technical contributions towards leading edge Underwater naval based products. This is a great opportunity to work on state-of-the-art defence equipment and develop systems for the MoD and a wide range of export customers around the world. This position will challenge your skills, and you will have the flexibility to mould the role to suit your strengths and career development interests.Key Responsibilities: CAD design and development including:Packaging of electronics and associated cablingDesigning for military platform installationProducing key point manufacturing drawings in support of machine from modelProducing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawingsUnderstanding and designing for the effects of stress, shock and vibrationEnvironmental testing and product qualificationDesign for manufacture for mechanical designsBuilding prototypes for test and developmentApprenticeship Programme:As a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice, you will be studying towards a BEng in Electro-Mechanical Engineering at Nottingham University, under the Level 6 Electro-Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship. For the duration of this 5-year programme, you will be given 1 day per week to focus on your academic studies and for the other 4 days, will be working in the business applying your new skills to real life projects. This programme is delivered via a blended learning model which includes some on campus taught content and some virtual learning. You will need to attend Nottingham University for minimum 4 weeks per academic year, delivered in 1-week blocks.Upon completion of the programme, you will have achieved a BSc in Electro-mechanical Engineering, a Level 6-degree apprenticeship qualification and will move into a permanent role within the business. The degree is accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers.Requirements: 3 A Levels (BBB) including Maths (the following A levels are not accepted: Citizenship Skills, General Studies and Critical Thinking). Or relevant engineering BTEC qualification, preceding level apprenticeship or T Level5 GCSE’s 9-4 (A-C), Including Maths and EnglishBenefits:201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)Company PensionHealth Care Cash PlanLife InsuranceDiscount PortalPerformance-related pay uplifts80 Hours Volunteering (first two years)Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026.Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps.PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY.Recruitment Process: For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr.Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all our roles are subject to security restrictions. All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK and will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history.For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - …Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity, and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Engineering Function Skills & Future Talent Manager  

    - Belfast
    Location: Belfast, United KingdomThales people architect solutions tha... Read More
    Location: Belfast, United KingdomThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Job Title: Engineering Function Skills & Future Talent Manager Location: Templecombe / BelfastDepartment: EngineeringReports to: Head of Engineering OperationsRole Overview:Thales is seeking a dynamic and experienced Engineering Early Careers Manager to lead and develop our engineering graduates and apprentices across Software, Systems, and Hardware disciplines. This pivotal role is responsible for the functional management of our early careers professionals, ensuring they receive the support, guidance, and development opportunities necessary to thrive within the Thales graduate scheme and progress confidently through their engineering careers.Working closely with the Head of Hardware, Head of Software, Head of Systems, and the Engineering Resource Manager, the Engineering Early Careers Manager will oversee the placement, development, and performance management of our junior engineering talent. This role is essential to nurturing the next generation of engineering leaders and ensuring the continued technical excellence and innovation of the Thales business.Key Responsibilities:Manage the early careers engineering population (graduates and apprentices) across Software, Systems, and Hardware disciplines throughout their scheme duration.Facilitate regular check-ins, performance reviews, and annual appraisals tailored to early careers individuals.Collaborate with the Head of Hardware, Head of Software, Head of Systems, and Engineering Resource Manager to ensure appropriate placement of early careers engineers aligning with business needs and personal development goals.Develop and implement structured development and upskilling plans to enrich technical and professional skills.Act as the main point of contact and advocate for early careers engineers, ensuring they feel supported and engaged.Monitor progress and provide timely feedback, coaching, and mentoring to help individuals overcome challenges and maximize their potential.Coordinate with HR and Learning & Development teams to deliver training, rotational assignments, and career development initiatives.Support recruitment activities for engineering graduates and apprentices, contributing to talent acquisition strategies.Maintain comprehensive records of early careers development activities, performance outcomes, and career progression.Keep abreast of emerging trends and best practices in engineering education and career development to continuously enhance the graduate scheme.Foster a culture of continuous learning, inclusivity, and innovation within the early careers cohort.Essential Qualifications & Experience:Proven experience managing early careers engineers, graduates, or apprentices in an engineering environment.Broad understanding of the engineering lifecycle with practical exposure or knowledge spanning Software, Systems, and Hardware engineering disciplines.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support and motivate early careers individuals.Demonstrable experience conducting performance reviews, appraisals, and delivering constructive feedback.Experience working collaboratively with senior engineering leaders and HR functions.Passion for talent development and mentoring.Ability to balance strategic workforce planning with hands-on people management.Degree or relevant qualification in Engineering, Technology, or a related field.Desirable Skills:Experience within a technology-driven or defence/aerospace sector.Project management or organizational skills related to managing development programs.Familiarity with competency frameworks and career pathways in engineering.Knowledge of relevant engineering software tools or platforms.
    LIFE AS A THALES ENGINEERING COACHING ROLE

    As an Engineering Coaching Role within Thales, you will:

    Define the scope and goals of coaching with managers and teams
    Train teams in Agile methodologies according to their context
    Introduce Agile to new teams, facilitating practices that are context relevant and situation specific
    Drive teams process by facilitating events/ceremonies and Agile workshops to become self-organised teams
    Set up environment where trust and transparency are key pillars

    YOUR CAREER AT THALES

    Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your competencies in different areas:

    Room and attention to personal development
    Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solution
    Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path
    Build an international career within a leading Engineering GroupConnect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity.This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

    To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Principal Systems Engineer & Analyst  

    - Templecombe
    Location: Templecombe, United KingdomThales people provide armed force... Read More
    Location: Templecombe, United KingdomThales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.Primary Purpose of the Role:To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work. To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers.The Systems Architect typically works with a team of engineers to define what will be designed, how it will perform and how it will be determined that it is working correctlyPrincipal Relationships:As part of the Thales design process you will interact with the following key roles:Designers at all levelsBid team membersProject team membersTesting team membersInstallation team membersProject PlannersSales and MarketingSupply ChainCommercial Team MembersKey Responsibilities and Tasks:Converts requirements into conceptual designs and prepares associated documentation by performing operational analyses, simulations and technical trade-off studies evaluating alternative design configurations and functional features.Good understanding of the development lifecycle and lifecycle products.Interfacing with the client, to gain approval of test specifications and to host acceptance testing activities.Help develop and execute Test Specifications including:Support the development of test plans and test strategy documentsSupport the development of test specifications, working from system requirements.Execute test specifications (according to test plan and project schedule)Record and/or authorise results of test executionRaise/investigate/verify defectsMaintain quality target/standardAble to create and/or authorise outline designs from requirements using a variety of design toolsetsSimilarly creates new concepts or modifies existing concepts to fulfil requirements where necessaryPrepares system & subsystem requirement specifications, interface requirements and test requirement documents by analysing, decomposing modelling and refining customer requirements.Prepares system operational plans and reports that explain how the equipment being developed meets requirements. Operational design limits are evaluated and defined; performance analyses and simulations are developed & performed to support the above.Performs technical/engineering tasks to define system design and subsystem requirements details. Analysis and simulations are performed as necessary to identify design feasibility & driving requirements.Supervises staff, by defining their work, coaching them on how and what to prepare, monitoring their progress and directing them on priorities.Proposes work package estimates and descriptions based on knowledge of the work and project requirements, ensuring that compliant solutions at optimum cost are identified.Develop, implement and maintain tools relevant to the Systems Engineering function. Manage the assessment of relevant tools.Defines or proposes updates of processes and standards covering the work and its products based on knowledge of systems engineering.Keep abreast of technical development in relevant domain (e.g. sonar systems) both within and outside of the company.Manage the production of quality metrics to measure the soundness of the System Engineering processes under your control.Key performance Indicators against Responsibilities and Tasks:Quality of work produced against agreed standardsDelivery to timescalesDelivery to budgetPerformance against Thales key valuesAttendancePerformance against mandatory trainingSkills:Able to use a range of IT tools (e.g. MS Office, MS Visio, etc).Has a sound ability to use system engineering tools. (e.g. DOORS, System Architect, JIRA)Has a working knowledge of configuration control.Can manage a project through a defined process and is able to tailor CHORUS2 to project needs.Can define metrics as part of Quality assurance & control.Working knowledge of project plans.Has a working knowledge of Engineering Safety ManagementExperience:The Systems Engineers are the technical focal point for the System Engineering process and must resolve all issues, problems, questions and conflicts in the entire system. This requires frequent handling of new and unusual issues therefore a proven record of working in a Systems Engineering environment is required.The post holder should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels in the spoken and written word. A good outward appearance, self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure are vital.The success of the Systems Engineering job family relies on the interaction of its engineers at all levels, therefore evidence of team working is required.Values & Behaviours:Innovate – Be motivated to search for novel and unique design solutions.Team working – Maximise the use of the wider Thales community to produce winning solutions.Develop people – Be prepared to share your ideas and experience with the wider Thales engineering community.Focus on customers – Be driven to deliver quality solutions to clients.Safety – Totally embrace the Thales safety culture to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all.Ethics - Thales employees must be exemplary in their ethical conduct and social responsibility.Job holders will be expected to perform in line with the Thales Code of Practice, Policies and Procedures.Desirable Qualifications and Certification:HNC/HND/Engineering Degree or equivalentEssential:Have attained, or working towards an appropriate professional status or equivalentFinancial / Budgetary Responsibility:The post holder may be expected to deliver designs/projects to an agreed budget#LI-MC2In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less
  • Director, Strategic Supplier Relations  

    - Irvine
    Location: Irvine, United States of AmericaThales people architect solu... Read More
    Location: Irvine, United States of AmericaThales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.Director, Strategic Supplier RelationsIrvine, CA (Hybrid) or Remote USAPosition SummaryThales is looking for a Director, Strategic Supplier Relations to act as a key liaison between Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) InFlyt Experience and aircraft seat‑manufacturers, with the objective of building and strengthening strategic partnerships that deliver win‑win results for Thales, our airline customers and the seat suppliers. You will need to be a strong relationship builder, comfortable working at senior levels in both manufacturing and airline organizations, strategic in mindset, commercially oriented and technically savvy enough to understand the cabin/seat + IFE/connectivity ecosystem.In this position, you will also own the interface and collaboration with seat‑manufacturers (both line‑fit and retrofit), uncover new opportunities (e.g., joint offerings, bundled seat + IFE/connectivity solutions, integration synergies), negotiate frameworks and strategic agreements, and drive value for our airline customers by enabling differentiated cabin experiences, improved cost‑of‑ownership, simplified interfaces and stronger combined value propositions.Key Areas of ResponsibilityDevelop and execute a strategic plan for partnerships and alliances with seat manufacturers (line‑fit and retrofit) that align with Thales’s IFE/connectivity/cabin‑experience roadmap and our airline customers’ needs.Identify, onboard and nurture key seat‑manufacturer relationships: evaluate potential partners, build business cases, structure collaboration models (co‑marketing, joint offerings, packaging, retrofit kits, service bundles).Work closely with internal Thales teams (product management, integration engineering, retrofit business, airline account teams, service operations) to ensure alignment of seat‑partner initiatives with Thales’s IFE/connectivity solutions (e.g., AVANT, FlytLIVE, InFlyt360 etc.).Lead commercial negotiations and contract frameworks with seat partners (e.g., supplier agreements, preferred‑supplier status, joint pricing or bundling frameworks, co‑investment models); Serve as the key interface at major industry events / trade shows (e.g., aircraft interiors exhibitions, seat‑manufacturer forums) to promote Thales’s seat‑partnership capability, build awareness and capture pipeline.Develop value propositions for airlines leveraging the seat + IFE/connectivity partnership: evaluate what differentiated experiences or cost/weight/power synergies can be created, build business cases, present to airline stakeholders; Monitor partnership performance: track key metrics (conversion rates, joint wins, retrofit deals, margin improvement, customer satisfaction), identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous enhancement of the partner ecosystem.Provide market intelligence on seat trends (material, weight/volume/power constraints, seat‑manufacturer strategies, retrofit growth) and ensure that Thales’s IFE/connectivity offerings remain aligned and competitively differentiated in cabin‑seatings contexts; Collaborate with marketing/comms to craft joint partner campaigns, white‑papers, case‑studies and thought‑leadership content showcasing seat + IFE/connectivity innovation; Ensure compliance with relevant aerospace, certification and safety standards across joint seat + Thales solutions.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business, Aviation or related) required; MBA or advanced business qualification preferred.10+ years’ experience in aerospace or aviation in roles involving cabin interior/seat manufacturing, aircraft OEMs, IFE/connectivity or airline account management — with a track record of building/managing strategic partnerships.Strong commercial acumen: experience negotiating strategic contracts, alliance/joint‑venture frameworks, bundling/commercial models; Excellent relationship and stakeholder‑management skills: able to engage senior executives at seat‑manufacturers, airlines and Thales internal leadership.Solid technical understanding of aircraft cabin interiors, seat‑manufacturing constraints, line‑fit vs retrofit business, cabin‑integration and aircraft certification environment; Good knowledge of IFE/connectivity business in aviation and how that integrates with cabin/seat ecosystems. Knowledge of weight, volume, power, installation, maintenance, cost‑of‑ownership dynamics a plus.Strategic and analytical mindset: able to create business cases, evaluate market trends, prioritize opportunities and drive execution; Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to present compelling value propositions to airlines and seat‑manufacturers; Willingness to travel internationally (to seat‑manufacturers, airlines, trade shows, etc.).Strong collaboration skills: able to align internal cross‑functional teams (product, engineering, retrofit, business development) and external partners; Results‑oriented, self‑driven and able to manage multiple initiatives in parallel.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!Special Position RequirementsSchedule: Core business hours; role is eligible for 9/80 schedule.Physical Environment: General office & warehouse environment.Physical Demands: Typical desk related work with a computer.Travel: This position may require domestic and international travel, up to 50%.Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.Why Join Us?Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here.#LI-Hybrid#LI-AR1This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
    If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at om.The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is betweenTotal Target Cash (TTC) 187,332.40 - 326,030.00 USD AnnualThis reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point) Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
    •Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program Read Less
  • Senior Systems Engineer - AI/ML  

    - Belfast
    Location: Belfast, United KingdomThales people architect solutions tha... Read More
    Location: Belfast, United KingdomThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.An opportunity has arisen to join our Image Process and AI Engineering team with.in the Systems Engineering group, working on the research, design and development of innovative technical solutions that meet customer requirements and business needs.The role will involve leading the development of models of launcher and DEW (sub)systems throughout the product lifecycle for:
     Solution conceptingSubsystem trade studiesPlatform-related AI/ML development and implementationPerformance prediction and trials analysisThe successful candidate will be expected to work in the image process and AI model development activities for a set of products or solutions, alongside developing and mentoring other team members. They will have significant specialist knowledge in AI/ML techniques and/or DEW systems, alongside knowledge of the other areas below:Matlab/Mathworks toolsetPython and AI/ML libraries, e.g. Pytorch, TensorflowObject Detection, Tracking and ClassificationMoving platform dynamicsControl and stabilisationRemote sensors and data latencyNetwork communicationsAlgorithm implementationReal time simulationSkills, qualifications or experience:A relevant degree in an engineering discipline, or significant commensurate experienceExperience of development and validation of AI/ML algorithms, preferably in an industrial contextRobust analytical skills and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to analyse complex information and develop solutions on time and on budgetSelf-motivated, and capable of working on your own initiativeInterested in emerging technologies relevant to the businessExperience of mentoring/skills developmentGood verbal, written and technical presentation skillsMembership of relevant professional body#LI-CA1In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now! Read Less

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