Productmanager Telematica vacatures bij Thales

Product Line Manager IonShield

Systems Engineering Hengelo Full time

Location: Hengelo, Netherlands

About us

The people we all rely on to make the world go round - they rely on . In a world that is increasingly fast-moving, unpredictable and full of opportunities, they come to us with big ambitions: to make life better and to keep you safer. Combining a unique diversity of expertise, talents and cultures, our employees design and deliver extraordinary high-tech solutions. With 68000 talents working in 54 countries of which 2000 employees are based in the Netherlands. We are one of the biggest high-tech employers in the field of safety and security.

We help our customers think smarter and act faster in the fields of transportation, defence, space, aerospace and cyberspace, mastering ever-greater complexity and every decisive moment along the way. We are therefore leading the digital transformation, focusing on artificial intelligence, big-data & data analytics, connectivity, mobility and internet of things and cybersecurity.

In the Netherlands, we are located in four cities: Huizen, Delft, Eindhoven and Hengelo (HQ). Together with an extensive ecosystem of knowledge partners, customers and suppliers, we work on radar for naval vessels, cyber security solutions, transportation systems, communication equipment for land forces, cryogenic cooling solutions, research & development for radar tech (in collaboration with TU Delft) and research & development for serious gaming (in collaboration with the University of Twente).

At our location in Hengelo, The Netherlands in the segment Fire Control we have a job opportunity for a

Product Line Manager IonShield

About your future job

The goal of the Product Line Manager (PLM) Ionshield is to maximize competitiveness for the Ionshield solutions in the Fire Control market, contributing to the overall performance of the Product Line Above Water Systems (AWS).

IonShield is an advanced fire control solution for NATO navies that integrates advanced fire control radars sensors and advanced missiles and gun ammunition with a state-of-the-art fire control scheduler to maximize the effectiveness of navies in high-threat scenarios. IonShield forms the heart of our collaborative combat strategy.

With the approved Product Line Strategic Plan as guidance, the PLM safeguards the attractiveness of Ionshield solutions in the global frigate and destroyer market.

The PLM Ionshield has a proven experience in product management and demonstrable knowledge of systems-of-systems. The PLM is able to translate market and customer needs to an attractive and competitive Ionshield solution. The PLM communicates clearly with a wide range of stakeholders and is able to manage the solution in all its phases throughout the lifecycle.

The PLM Ionshield contributes to the AWS Product line Plan.

About you

The main tasks of the PLM Ionshield

From market studies to product withdrawal, the PLM Ionshield is responsible for the entire lifecycle. Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Analyzing the global market, customer needs and trends, competition from marketing data and business intelligence;

• Supporting the marketing, business development and sales teams for the product promotion and marketing activities;

• Working closely with the PLM AWS on Business Line AWS level.

Competences (based on the leadership model)

The PLM Ionshield:

• Anticipates future customer requirements and reflects these in standardized products offerings for multiple customers and projects;

• Deals well with complexity, is able to assess both operational and strategic outcomes and turn this into clear decision-making information;

• Engages with the diverse stakeholders to deliver business goals using effective communication strategies;

• Drives accountability within the product team for delivering innovative and compelling products & services in line with promised delivery schedules and quality;

• Continuously challenges & inspires the team and their surroundings to look for smarter and more competitive product, services and solutions to create the best value for our customers.

About the team

The Product Line Manager Ionshield reports to the Product Segment Manager Fire Control and to the Product Line Manager of the Above Water Systems Business Line. The role itself is part of the Segment Fire Control in the One Naval business.

We are looking for a new colleague who:

• Brings Fire Control to the next level with a clear business vision

• Has multi-year experience in bids and/or projects and/or products in the defense and/or security domain

• Has a proven experience in product management

• Has a strong understanding of the global defense and security market and can demonstrate a good technical understanding

• Demonstrates a strong self-direction with a high level of commitment and drive

• Obtained a Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant study area

offers

• A challenging job in a great team working in an international high-tech environment;

• Room for and attention to personal development and personal initiative;

• The opportunity to grow within the organization, for instance on a technical, managerial, commercial or international level;

• An open and flexible work environment where a good work-life balance is considered important;

• A pleasant workplace in "the best building in the Netherlands" (Public's Choice Award, 2015) with our own Starbucks corner;

• Excellent work conditions, with 40 holidays a year, among other benefits.

Interested?

Would you like to apply directly?

An assessment could possibly be part of the procedure.

Interesse?

Diversiteitsstatement

We vinden dat je baan de juiste work/life balance moet ondersteunen en het platform is om jóuw ambities waar te maken. Dat betekent dat gelijke kansen, inclusiviteit en een informele cultuur een essentieel onderdeel uitmaken van ons succes. Maar ook dat jouw gezondheid en geluk voor ons erg belangrijk zijn! Daarom bieden we je de flexibiliteit om te doen wat voor jóu belangrijk is; of dat nu parttime werken is, of werken vanuit huis, of de mogelijkheid om flexibel te zijn in je start- en eindtijden, we denken met je mee.

Security Requirements

In lijn met de basisbeveiligingsvereisten van vragen wij kandidaten mogelijk om bewijs omtrent identiteit, werkvergunning en arbeids- plus opleidingsgeschiedenis. Sommige vacatures vereisen ook een security clearance die verdere informatie vereist. Voor meer informatie over wat er nodig is voor bepaalde security clearance, raadpleeg dan de General Intelligence and Security Service.

• Anoek | Trainee

  "Bij krijg ik alle kansen en de ruimte om mijzelf verder te ontwikkelen, en dat als onderdeel van allerlei gave processen en projecten binnen de organisatie!

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  Anoek | Trainee

• Maurits | Cyber Engineer

  "Wat het voor mij aantrekkelijk maakt om hier te werken, is de diversiteit in opdrachten en het werken in verschillende teams met diverse disciplines. Zo blijf je jezelf ontwikkelen binnen het cyberdomein.

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  Maurits | Cyber Engineer

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• 3. Assessment

• 4. Contractvoorstel

• 5. Aan de slag!