Location: Hengelo, Netherlands
Test Manager CMS Software
About the team
One of the responsibilities of the CMS Segment within our Naval Engineering unit is the development of Combat & Information Management Systems for marine vessels and their integration with sensor and weapons systems. These complex systems incorporate advanced solutions in the field of information processing, information management, user interaction and sensor and weapons control. As such, our Combat Management System offers essential support for missions ranging from combating piracy to defense against long-range missiles.
The CMS segment is responsible for the engineering and delivery of qualified software and hardware.
About your future job
As a test Manager, you will set up and manage the test process and qualification of all to deliver releases together with your team of test engineers, collaborating closely with the Delivery Manager, the Architect and the Project Design Authority. In this role, you will supervise all the testing activities: from the definition and implementation stages, to the development of the solution, and making sure that it provides value for the customer.
The main tasks are:
- Ensuring that the overall test strategy is defined and maintained;
- Tailoring the test and qualification environment (process, practices and tools, HSE);
- Coordinating test and qualification activities, establishing priorities and integration logical diagrams, conducting tests, analyzing results and transmitting them to development teams;
- Coordinating technical facts commission (i.e. JIRA);
- Managing the workload of the test teams to ensure schedules are being adhered to;
- Ensuring that the test team performs Integration to the satisfaction of all external and internal customers;
- Defining, monitoring, consolidating, and reporting on the testing;
- Supporting capitalization activities for the department;
- Being involved in budgeting and scheduling.
Why you'd be a good match
- Completed Master’s degree in a technical engineering domain;
- Proven experience in test Management and complex test planning;
- Experience leading teams and acting as a mentor to assigned staff;
- You have the drive to deliver robust solutions to customers and build lasting relationships;
- You are willing to engage and develop your team using collaborative work and challenging approaches;
- You enjoy thinking outside the box and being creative;
- You are ideally fluent in both English and Dutch.
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 organization, 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 personalize 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!
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.
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