Director of Engineering Operations

vor 4 Wochen


Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland Thales Vollzeit

Location: Wilhelmshaven, Germany

Welcome to Thales

Thales in Germany is part of a globally leading technology group in the fields of defense and security, aerospace, as well as digital identity and security. In a world full of uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners, and employees can confidently explore new paths for a future we can all trust.

Your Role as Director of Engineering Operations

At our locations, you will encounter modern and tailored marine systems for surface and underwater vessels – encompassing communication, navigation, reconnaissance, and command systems. Join us in integrating devices and subsystems into secure communication solutions or in developing the brain of a warship – the command and weapon deployment system. Become a part of the Thales expert team for maritime solutions. We look forward to your contribution.

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of approximately 25 employees, ensuring the development and adherence to methodologies, processes, and tools within the Engineering Delivery Management and IVVQ (Integration, Verification, Validation, Qualification) disciplines.
  • Oversee the strategic direction, skill planning, and professional development of the department.
  • Provide suitable personnel resources with the necessary skills for project execution and proposal phases.
  • Evaluate the engineering deliverability in proposals concerning development strategy, solution maturity, risk management, acceptance strategy, resource allocation, and effort estimation.
  • Participate in project reviews as the engineering representative, promoting and establishing lessons learned for continuous improvement.
  • Manage the cost center, continuously enhancing the cost structure and coordinating the department-specific multi-year budget.
  • Oversee the hiring process as a line manager, including creating job descriptions, reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and developing onboarding and training plans.
  • Support internal and external audits.

What We Are Looking For

  • A completed technical degree (engineering or natural sciences) along with several years of professional and leadership experience in a technical environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of tools and methodologies in the relevant technical domains, as well as project management.
  • Business acumen related to cost center accounting.
  • Familiarity with legal regulations (workplace regulations, accident prevention rules, occupational safety laws, etc.).
  • Strong ability to motivate and develop team members.
  • Excellent proficiency in both German and English, spoken and written.

What You Can Expect at Our Locations

Flexible and mobile working options | Various part-time models to support work-life balance | Job bike | Subsidy for public transport | Company car subscription | Company pension scheme | Models for phased retirement | Employee stock ownership program | Benefits for special occasions | Internal networks with diverse event offerings | International development opportunities within the Thales Group | Extensive training options at the Thales Learning Hub | Talent programs for nurturing future leaders | Regular development discussions | Buddy program for new hires | Employee benefits platform | Cafeteria | Parking facilities | Occupational health services | Massage services | Breakfast service | Adjustable desks | Health initiatives | Fruit days.

We open up forward-looking perspectives for our employees in 68 countries, enabling individual career paths and fostering creative freedom. This is achieved through courage, diversity, and a strong commitment to addressing the complex challenges of our time in a safer and more inclusive manner. With our sustainable, values-driven personnel management, we actively promote diversity.

Join Us

When the signs of change are evident, our international teams are ready to tackle today’s complexities with tomorrow’s industry-leading technologies. We look forward to your application through our career portal.


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