PMO Manager
Thales Middle East
UAE
We have been present in
UAE for over 35 years and with over 300 employees to date and we are growing
rapidly. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800
people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE.
Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless
metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to
250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure
electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well
as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management
and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A PMO MANAGER TO JOIN THE THALES TEAM IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES.
Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out performance and development for the PMO team
• Ensuring the correct deployment of the PMO resources across the projects to be supported balanced against availability
• Perform first line resolution support for the PMO with regards to processes, interfaces and performance issues
• Provide a focus for all other functions and management at the location on Project Control processes, performance and any other issues
• Providing robust leadership to build team confidence, competence and talent, and to be a mentor and role model
• Drive the development of the PMO function in line with the development of Project Management processes, practices and procedures
• The creation of Project Plans that will include all deliverable Milestones, Internal Milestones and any other feature that will require to be delivered
• Produce and analyse cost and schedule metrics on a monthly basis, providing recommendations as to corrective actions
• Produce Weekly and Monthly Management Reporting data for Internal and External Customers
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A PMO MANAGER TO JOIN THE THALES TEAM IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES.
Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out performance and development for the PMO team
• Ensuring the correct deployment of the PMO resources across the projects to be supported balanced against availability
• Perform first line resolution support for the PMO with regards to processes, interfaces and performance issues
• Provide a focus for all other functions and management at the location on Project Control processes, performance and any other issues
• Providing robust leadership to build team confidence, competence and talent, and to be a mentor and role model
• Drive the development of the PMO function in line with the development of Project Management processes, practices and procedures
• The creation of Project Plans that will include all deliverable Milestones, Internal Milestones and any other feature that will require to be delivered
• Produce and analyse cost and schedule metrics on a monthly basis, providing recommendations as to corrective actions
• Produce Weekly and Monthly Management Reporting data for Internal and External Customers
• Eye for detail – Plans and organizes tactics
for improvements at work.
• An accomplished, results orientated, professional, combining technical expertise with proven management skills.
• Analytical, in the approach to problem solving and the subsequent achievement of goals and objectives.
• Close familiarity with the tools, concepts and methodologies of project management.
• Experience of Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Comprehensive understanding of generic processes and techniques used to schedule project activities e.g. WBS, OBS, milestones, dependencies & CSF, project network, float, Critical Path Management (CPM), forward & backward pass calculations and EVM
• Analytical skills aligned with the need to carry out detailed investigation of cost variance(s) and publishing of financial information directly into Company financial reports
• Experience of managing medium sized teams.
• Strong communication and customer relationship building skills is essential
• Formal PM Qualifications or equivalent level such as APM Practitioner, IPMA Level B: Prince II Practitioner
• Knowledge of FIDIC contract
• Ability to inspire / mentor PMO teams to maintain high quality standards
• Ability to work under pressure with limited supervision and committed to deliver within time and manage priorities
• An accomplished, results orientated, professional, combining technical expertise with proven management skills.
• Analytical, in the approach to problem solving and the subsequent achievement of goals and objectives.
• Close familiarity with the tools, concepts and methodologies of project management.
• Experience of Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Comprehensive understanding of generic processes and techniques used to schedule project activities e.g. WBS, OBS, milestones, dependencies & CSF, project network, float, Critical Path Management (CPM), forward & backward pass calculations and EVM
• Analytical skills aligned with the need to carry out detailed investigation of cost variance(s) and publishing of financial information directly into Company financial reports
• Experience of managing medium sized teams.
• Strong communication and customer relationship building skills is essential
• Formal PM Qualifications or equivalent level such as APM Practitioner, IPMA Level B: Prince II Practitioner
• Knowledge of FIDIC contract
• Ability to inspire / mentor PMO teams to maintain high quality standards
• Ability to work under pressure with limited supervision and committed to deliver within time and manage priorities
With operations in 50 countries and 68,000
employees, Thales is a world leader in mission-critical information systems for
defence and security, aerospace and transportation.
Building on its expertise
in the most sophisticated technologies and large-scale software systems, Thales
is stepping up to the security challenges of its customers in an increasingly
complex world. With its global network of 22,500 high-level researchers, Thales
has earned particular recognition for its ability to develop and deploy dual
civil and military technologies. Leveraging its international operations and
spanning the entire value chain from equipment to systems and services, Thales
is playing a pivotal role in making the world a safer place.
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OCS Platform Lead
Engineer
Thales Middle East
UAE
The OCS Platform Lead
Engineer will be working on the ROUTE 2020 Metro Project reporting to the OCS
Work Package Manager andwill be part of the OCS Team based in Dubai responsible
for managing, scheduling, coordinating, monitoring and documenting all OCS platform
activities in order to gain acceptance of the delivered OCS Software/Hardware.
The successful individual will be required to perform a hands-on role, taking part of all OCS Software/Hardware development and IVVQ.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare OCS Solution Integration Verification Validation & Qualification (IVVQ) Platform activities.
• Produce and maintain OCS platform Data and Configuration Management and ensure adherence.
• Define IVVQ strategy, establish requirements related to IVVQ activities and perform associated cost estimate and schedule
• Specify, choose and deploy methodologies (including metrics), tools/platforms necessary to IVVQ and acceptance activities (FAT, IFAT)
• Propose IVVQ scenarios and guaranties their implementation
• Ensure all OCS configuration and Change Management processes are followed by the IVVQ team.
• Work with OCS Systems Engineers to ensure that all the requirements are properly testable – including the testing method – and that full IVVQ Traceability can be put in place and maintained with the verification test scenarios.
• Work with the OCS Systems Engineers to ensure that the concept of operations is fully understood and described and that full IVVQ traceability can be put in place and maintained with the validation test scenarios.
• Work with the development teams and third party suppliers to analyze the requirements to ensure that they are testable and ultimately capable of being accepted according to the proposed IVVQ strategy.
• Prepare transition between France/Italy & Dubai Integration/T&C teams (competencies & testing platform).
The successful individual will be required to perform a hands-on role, taking part of all OCS Software/Hardware development and IVVQ.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare OCS Solution Integration Verification Validation & Qualification (IVVQ) Platform activities.
• Produce and maintain OCS platform Data and Configuration Management and ensure adherence.
• Define IVVQ strategy, establish requirements related to IVVQ activities and perform associated cost estimate and schedule
• Specify, choose and deploy methodologies (including metrics), tools/platforms necessary to IVVQ and acceptance activities (FAT, IFAT)
• Propose IVVQ scenarios and guaranties their implementation
• Ensure all OCS configuration and Change Management processes are followed by the IVVQ team.
• Work with OCS Systems Engineers to ensure that all the requirements are properly testable – including the testing method – and that full IVVQ Traceability can be put in place and maintained with the verification test scenarios.
• Work with the OCS Systems Engineers to ensure that the concept of operations is fully understood and described and that full IVVQ traceability can be put in place and maintained with the validation test scenarios.
• Work with the development teams and third party suppliers to analyze the requirements to ensure that they are testable and ultimately capable of being accepted according to the proposed IVVQ strategy.
• Prepare transition between France/Italy & Dubai Integration/T&C teams (competencies & testing platform).
• Degree in system/software engineering or
equivalent.
• Previous experience of Software/System Integration experience in project implementation activities is essential.
• Experience in Transportation low voltage application domains: SIG, SCADA, and Coms.
• Knowledge on different communication protocols at Network and Application level i.e. TCP/IP, Modbus, HTTP, FTP, LDAP, SNTP, Serial and IEC… etc.
• Expertise on Application Servers for the software deployment, configurations.
• Strong Knowledge on System Development Life Cycle.
• Flexible working hour and schedule (example: night or weekend)
Skills and Experience:
• Proven experience in OCS/SCADA Software development/integration.
• A good working knowledge of Server software, real-time operating systems, security systems, database management and networking.
• The candidate must have developed through his professional experiences the capability of managing contractors’ relationships.
• Able to work in autonomy, but strongly self-aware of limits.
• The capability of coordinating with different stakeholders in international context is required.
• Ability to identify potential problems and propose solutions.
• Previous experience of Software/System Integration experience in project implementation activities is essential.
• Experience in Transportation low voltage application domains: SIG, SCADA, and Coms.
• Knowledge on different communication protocols at Network and Application level i.e. TCP/IP, Modbus, HTTP, FTP, LDAP, SNTP, Serial and IEC… etc.
• Expertise on Application Servers for the software deployment, configurations.
• Strong Knowledge on System Development Life Cycle.
• Flexible working hour and schedule (example: night or weekend)
Skills and Experience:
• Proven experience in OCS/SCADA Software development/integration.
• A good working knowledge of Server software, real-time operating systems, security systems, database management and networking.
• The candidate must have developed through his professional experiences the capability of managing contractors’ relationships.
• Able to work in autonomy, but strongly self-aware of limits.
• The capability of coordinating with different stakeholders in international context is required.
• Ability to identify potential problems and propose solutions.
With operations in 50 countries and 68,000
employees, Thales is a world leader in mission-critical information systems for
defence and security, aerospace and transportation.
Building on its expertise
in the most sophisticated technologies and large-scale software systems, Thales
is stepping up to the security challenges of its customers in an increasingly
complex world. With its global network of 22,500 high-level researchers, Thales
has earned particular recognition for its ability to develop and deploy dual
civil and military technologies. Leveraging its international operations and
spanning the entire value chain from equipment to systems and services, Thales
is playing a pivotal role in making the world a safer place.
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Testing &
Commissioning Engineers (Signaling/Communication)
Thales Middle East
Qatar
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING
FOR TESTING & COMMISSIONING ENGINEERS TO JOIN THE THALES TEAM IN DOHA,
QATAR.
The Testing and Commissioning Engineerwill Responsible for testing, commissioning and final integration of Thales systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning T&C activities and liaison with Installation as per the access dates in order to meet the key dates & milestones
- Interfacing with TCTS team, Client, system wide contractors & subcontractor during execution
- Carry out T&C activities as per test procedures and document as per the safety case, ISA and the contract requirements and prepare reports related to T&C
- Ensure that T&C adhere to the test cases & standards set by Thales
- Set up a daily, weekly and monthly progress update mechanism related to T&C
- Managing multiple teams in stage work at different sites
- Preparing Work Program and schedules related to T&C.
- Ensuring proper execution of PICO tests, field correspondence test, integration tests and acceptance tests.
- Support and/or represent Thales at Client Meetings.
The Testing and Commissioning Engineerwill Responsible for testing, commissioning and final integration of Thales systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning T&C activities and liaison with Installation as per the access dates in order to meet the key dates & milestones
- Interfacing with TCTS team, Client, system wide contractors & subcontractor during execution
- Carry out T&C activities as per test procedures and document as per the safety case, ISA and the contract requirements and prepare reports related to T&C
- Ensure that T&C adhere to the test cases & standards set by Thales
- Set up a daily, weekly and monthly progress update mechanism related to T&C
- Managing multiple teams in stage work at different sites
- Preparing Work Program and schedules related to T&C.
- Ensuring proper execution of PICO tests, field correspondence test, integration tests and acceptance tests.
- Support and/or represent Thales at Client Meetings.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
university or college in Electronics or related field required.
- 3 years of Testing & commissioning Experience of signaling or communication systems in metro environment
- 3 years of Testing & commissioning Experience of signaling or communication systems in metro environment
With operations in 50 countries and 68,000
employees, Thales is a world leader in mission-critical information systems for
defence and security, aerospace and transportation.
Building on its expertise
in the most sophisticated technologies and large-scale software systems, Thales
is stepping up to the security challenges of its customers in an increasingly
complex world. With its global network of 22,500 high-level researchers, Thales
has earned particular recognition for its ability to develop and deploy dual
civil and military technologies. Leveraging its international operations and
spanning the entire value chain from equipment to systems and services, Thales
is playing a pivotal role in making the world a safer place.
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Acquisition
Project Manager
Thales Middle East
Saudi Arabia
The Acquisition Project
Buyerwill be the Operational Manager for Purchasing activities during the Bid
phases
Key Responsibilities:
For the Projects under his Purchasing scope:
• Manages the contractual obligations between THALES and its suppliers to maintain or enhance profitability and secure the position of THALES Saudi Arabia.
• Manages the contractual baseline, subcontracts, amendments, letters and claims.
• Ensures that the supplier commitments are respected for QCD aspects.
• Resolves all major sub contract issues impacting on the Programmes Schedule and implement corrective action plans when required
• Works very closely with Programme Management to provide the support necessary to execute the key Programmes successfully. Report progress at formal progress Projects review meetings.
• Monitors the relationship with the partners
• Implements QCD key performance indicators (KPI) for the Projects.
• Improves on-time delivery, quality & reliability.
Defines/issues the acquisition plan and ensure the application of associated processes with:
• Internal interfaces: T3S & other Thales entities
• External interfaces: suppliers & consortium partners
• Maintains Acquisition Project Planning according to the Project Planning or Implementation Schedule
• Places Purchase Orders & manage the follow-ups for delivery, payment, warranty & support
• Follows up Supplier/ Subcontractor payments with Finance department.
• Supports Purchasing team to find new sources in the region
• Ensures that best practices are applied to continuously improve purchasing efficiency
• Contributes to the Make / Team / Buy decision
Financial Responsibilities:
• Support the bid managers
Key Responsibilities:
For the Projects under his Purchasing scope:
• Manages the contractual obligations between THALES and its suppliers to maintain or enhance profitability and secure the position of THALES Saudi Arabia.
• Manages the contractual baseline, subcontracts, amendments, letters and claims.
• Ensures that the supplier commitments are respected for QCD aspects.
• Resolves all major sub contract issues impacting on the Programmes Schedule and implement corrective action plans when required
• Works very closely with Programme Management to provide the support necessary to execute the key Programmes successfully. Report progress at formal progress Projects review meetings.
• Monitors the relationship with the partners
• Implements QCD key performance indicators (KPI) for the Projects.
• Improves on-time delivery, quality & reliability.
Defines/issues the acquisition plan and ensure the application of associated processes with:
• Internal interfaces: T3S & other Thales entities
• External interfaces: suppliers & consortium partners
• Maintains Acquisition Project Planning according to the Project Planning or Implementation Schedule
• Places Purchase Orders & manage the follow-ups for delivery, payment, warranty & support
• Follows up Supplier/ Subcontractor payments with Finance department.
• Supports Purchasing team to find new sources in the region
• Ensures that best practices are applied to continuously improve purchasing efficiency
• Contributes to the Make / Team / Buy decision
Financial Responsibilities:
• Support the bid managers
• A Master degree from an accredited university
or college in Purchasing or related field required.
• Previous work experiences minimum 5 years
• Proficient in M.S.Office (excel, powerpoint, world) and SAP
• Teamwork – Personal Interrelationship
• Purchasing & Logistics Knowledge
• Proactivity / high sense of Organisation
• Accountability / Reliable / Autonomous
• Previous work experiences minimum 5 years
• Proficient in M.S.Office (excel, powerpoint, world) and SAP
• Teamwork – Personal Interrelationship
• Purchasing & Logistics Knowledge
• Proactivity / high sense of Organisation
• Accountability / Reliable / Autonomous
With operations in 50 countries and 68,000
employees, Thales is a world leader in mission-critical information systems for
defence and security, aerospace and transportation.
Building on its expertise
in the most sophisticated technologies and large-scale software systems, Thales
is stepping up to the security challenges of its customers in an increasingly
complex world. With its global network of 22,500 high-level researchers, Thales
has earned particular recognition for its ability to develop and deploy dual
civil and military technologies. Leveraging its international operations and
spanning the entire value chain from equipment to systems and services, Thales
is playing a pivotal role in making the world a safer place.
Apply Now
Requirements /
Configuration Manager
Thales Middle East
Bahrain
The Requirements /
Configuration Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the
Requirements Managemenr system in relation to the Bahrain International Airport
Project. They will ensure consistency of information in the requirements
management system for the project and contribute for the establishment of
reference baselines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Participate in the analysis of contractual requirements (in the bid and project phases)
• Tailor the Organization Requirements Management system and related tools
• Ensure the application of Requirements Management process with subcontractors and suppliers
• Participate in the allocation of Requirements to solution elements and components
• Participate in the phase reviews and in configuration audits (FCA and PCA)
• Specify, choose and deploy methodologies (including metrics), tools/platforms necessary to Requirements Management activities
• Plans, Controls and Coordinates all Requirements Management activities
• Coordinate and control of the different Vendors and Subcontractors regarding requirements
Key Responsibilities:
• Participate in the analysis of contractual requirements (in the bid and project phases)
• Tailor the Organization Requirements Management system and related tools
• Ensure the application of Requirements Management process with subcontractors and suppliers
• Participate in the allocation of Requirements to solution elements and components
• Participate in the phase reviews and in configuration audits (FCA and PCA)
• Specify, choose and deploy methodologies (including metrics), tools/platforms necessary to Requirements Management activities
• Plans, Controls and Coordinates all Requirements Management activities
• Coordinate and control of the different Vendors and Subcontractors regarding requirements
• Proven experience of
working within the requirements management domain on complex integrated IT,
Telecommunication and Security projects and related projects.
• The Requirements / Configuration Manager role requires a sound technical knowledge of all the main technologies/products and subsystems used to implement IT, Telecom and Security services, of the way in which these products/subsystems are integrated, of the related operational scenarios and of the ways they are usually verified and validated.
• Knowledge of System Engineering discipline and processes, CMMI principles will be an important element in the candidate evaluation.
• Proven experience of managing Customer and Suppliers relationships along with capabilities.
• The Requirements / Configuration Manager role requires a sound technical knowledge of all the main technologies/products and subsystems used to implement IT, Telecom and Security services, of the way in which these products/subsystems are integrated, of the related operational scenarios and of the ways they are usually verified and validated.
• Knowledge of System Engineering discipline and processes, CMMI principles will be an important element in the candidate evaluation.
• Proven experience of managing Customer and Suppliers relationships along with capabilities.
With operations in 50 countries and 68,000
employees, Thales is a world leader in mission-critical information systems for
defence and security, aerospace and transportation.
Building on its expertise
in the most sophisticated technologies and large-scale software systems, Thales
is stepping up to the security challenges of its customers in an increasingly
complex world. With its global network of 22,500 high-level researchers, Thales
has earned particular recognition for its ability to develop and deploy dual
civil and military technologies. Leveraging its international operations and
spanning the entire value chain from equipment to systems and services, Thales
is playing a pivotal role in making the world a safer place.
Apply Now
Systems Assurance
Manager
Thales Middle East
Oman
Worldwide, our customers
rely on our expertise and innovation of 61,000 people in 56 countries across
five markets: Aerospace, Space, Transportation, Defence and Security.
We have been present in Oman for over 35 years and with over 135 employees to date, we are growing rapidly. Our new Airport site office and Muscat Grand Mall office highlight our ambition to increase local operational capabilities. In 2010 we supplied navigation systems to 5 airports, modernizing Oman's navigation surveillance capabilities and increasing flight safety. An increase in air traffic growth has led to crucial need for modernization of Oman's transport infrastructure, Thales is providing security solutions for Oman's largest infrastructure project, Muscat International Airport and for Salalah Airport in Oman's second largest city.
That is why we rely on our people to help us master the most complex environments for our customers, and careers start here.
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR SYSTEM ASSURANCE TO JOIN THALES OMAN TEAM IN MUSCAT
JOB OBJECTIVE
- Effectively and efficiently manage the definition, planning monitoring and control of Systems Assurance activities for the project. Systems Assurance Activities encompass People Assurance, Product Assurance, Process Assurance
- Manage the relationship with project stakeholders internal (Subcontractors and Vendors) and external (the Engineer and the Employer).
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure/stressful conditions to meet tight deadlines
Key Responsibilities:
- Define the systems assurance plan, tailoring Thales processes relevant to the related functions to the MC6 objectives and requirements
- Set up tool for plan and monitoring the correct execution of People Assurance, Product Assurance and Process Assurance Processes
- Set up and maintain Systems Assurance file to provide evidence of execution of Systems Assurance activities and system Assurance Reviews
- Track until close out action lists after Systems Assurance Reviews
- Manage the risks associated to the activities and proactively operate for their mitigation and resolution
- Coordinate with internal Project Stakeholders to ensure correct execution, in respect to the System Assurance Plan and project requirements of relevant activities
- Interface with external project Stakeholders to timely and effectively report the progress of Systems Assurance activities audits by submission of required reports and documents
- Attend meetings and workshops with the various internal and external project stakeholders
- Provide knowledge and guidance to Project team members
We have been present in Oman for over 35 years and with over 135 employees to date, we are growing rapidly. Our new Airport site office and Muscat Grand Mall office highlight our ambition to increase local operational capabilities. In 2010 we supplied navigation systems to 5 airports, modernizing Oman's navigation surveillance capabilities and increasing flight safety. An increase in air traffic growth has led to crucial need for modernization of Oman's transport infrastructure, Thales is providing security solutions for Oman's largest infrastructure project, Muscat International Airport and for Salalah Airport in Oman's second largest city.
That is why we rely on our people to help us master the most complex environments for our customers, and careers start here.
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR SYSTEM ASSURANCE TO JOIN THALES OMAN TEAM IN MUSCAT
JOB OBJECTIVE
- Effectively and efficiently manage the definition, planning monitoring and control of Systems Assurance activities for the project. Systems Assurance Activities encompass People Assurance, Product Assurance, Process Assurance
- Manage the relationship with project stakeholders internal (Subcontractors and Vendors) and external (the Engineer and the Employer).
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure/stressful conditions to meet tight deadlines
Key Responsibilities:
- Define the systems assurance plan, tailoring Thales processes relevant to the related functions to the MC6 objectives and requirements
- Set up tool for plan and monitoring the correct execution of People Assurance, Product Assurance and Process Assurance Processes
- Set up and maintain Systems Assurance file to provide evidence of execution of Systems Assurance activities and system Assurance Reviews
- Track until close out action lists after Systems Assurance Reviews
- Manage the risks associated to the activities and proactively operate for their mitigation and resolution
- Coordinate with internal Project Stakeholders to ensure correct execution, in respect to the System Assurance Plan and project requirements of relevant activities
- Interface with external project Stakeholders to timely and effectively report the progress of Systems Assurance activities audits by submission of required reports and documents
- Attend meetings and workshops with the various internal and external project stakeholders
- Provide knowledge and guidance to Project team members
Degree Qualified Engineer
Work Experience and requirement
5 years' experience of System Assurance Management, Requirements and Configuration Management
Skills and Experience:
- Extensive technical experience in airport systems
- Sound knowledge of Systems Assurance Management
- Good communication skills in front of Customer and Subcontractors
- Good technical analysis methodology
- System Requirements and Configuration Management
- Technical document writing
- Technical presentation skills
- Planning and Reporting skills
- Thorough and complete work ethic
Work Experience and requirement
5 years' experience of System Assurance Management, Requirements and Configuration Management
Skills and Experience:
- Extensive technical experience in airport systems
- Sound knowledge of Systems Assurance Management
- Good communication skills in front of Customer and Subcontractors
- Good technical analysis methodology
- System Requirements and Configuration Management
- Technical document writing
- Technical presentation skills
- Planning and Reporting skills
- Thorough and complete work ethic
With operations in 50 countries and 68,000
employees, Thales is a world leader in mission-critical information systems for
defence and security, aerospace and transportation.
Building on its expertise
in the most sophisticated technologies and large-scale software systems, Thales
is stepping up to the security challenges of its customers in an increasingly
complex world. With its global network of 22,500 high-level researchers, Thales
has earned particular recognition for its ability to develop and deploy dual
civil and military technologies. Leveraging its international operations and
spanning the entire value chain from equipment to systems and services, Thales
is playing a pivotal role in making the world a safer place.
Apply Now