Location: Hengelo, Netherlands
About the team
The group F126 Solution Engineering which is part of the F126 Segment consists of people responsible for the definition and implementation of Mission Systems based on the needs of our customers, in particular for the program F126.
A Mission System is a complete service package with guaranteed performance and availability of our systems and equipment throughout the life cycle, thus enabling our customers to perform their missions in the Naval Domain with an outstanding performance at a competitive cost, anytime, anywhere.
To strengthen our F126 Engineering activities, we are looking for an experienced Team Manager System Engineering.
About your future job
We are looking for a motivated person to lead part of our F126 Engineering team as Team Manager. You will manage the team in a motivating and inspiring way. With your experience and knowledge, you are able to work closely with the team, yet on the other hand empowering them to develop their level of design autonomy.
The group consists of technical experts who support soft- & hardware and (network) infrastructure product development. The experts perform concept and requirements definition for these products based on their System Engineering experience and architecture.
The Team Manager is part of the F126 Engineering management team and will be required to inform internal stakeholders about her/his group and to effectuate (process) improvements and changes.
The Team Manager is responsible to make and maintain a resource planning in-line with the needs coming from the Project.
Why you'd be a good match
- Clear sense of how to leverage your personality, knowledge and experience to bring out the best in others and yourself;
- You will set the direction, provide energy and connect with your team;
- Good interpersonal and good communication skills towards stakeholders;
- Analytical and solution focused;
- Experience in System Engineering (Requirements Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering and Product engineering);
- Gained knowledge and experience in development of Software intensive systems;
- Experience with Agile and SCRUM processes;
- High level of creativity, initiative, pragmatism and persuasiveness.
- Experience in people management, team management and being able to understand the challenges the team is dealing with;
- Fluency in spoken and written English, German is a strong plus
What's in it for you
- A challenging job in a great team within our high-tech, innovative work environment. Includes the freedom for initiative and good ideas;
- Room for personal and professional growth within our organisation, for example in regards to technical, commercial or international skills;
- Valuable international collaboration with coworkers from 68 different countries around the globe;
- A comfortable work space in a modern environment, with a focus on flexibility and the right work life balance;
- You can usually work where and when you want to be able to do your work as well and efficiently as possible. Within Thales we implement hybrid working, where you can, for example, work from home two days a week if your role allows it;
- A good salary, fitting travel allowance, and the ability to personalise your employment conditions: for instance, you can trade days off for internet costs, our bicycle plan, company fitness and relocation costs;
- 40 days off per year (PTO). Yes, really.
Interested?
Apply now! Click on the button below to upload your profile, and show your interest!
Questions? Reach out for more information to our Talent Acquisition Partner for Systems and Software Engineering, Marguerite Dijkstra, via marguerite.dijkstra@nl.thalesgroup.com or +31 (0) 628 587 782.
Please note that for this role, we only accept direct applications. Any contact from agencies or media sales will be disregarded.
Diversity Statement
We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. That means that equal opportunities, inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. It also means that your well-being and happiness matter to us! That’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, remote working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times.
Security Requirements
In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in The Netherlands and employment and/or education history. Some vacancies may require a security clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please refer to the General Intelligence and Security Service.
