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Senior Technical Specialist

Thales Alenia Space logoThales Alenia SpaceRoma, ItalyFull-timePosted 2d ago

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A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures.

Thanks to our diversity of skills, talents and cultures, our customers (governments, institutions, space agencies, telecommunications operators), therefore have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>CANDIDATES THAT WOULD IMPRESS US <br /><br />PROFILE: <br /><br />You graduated with a Master of Engineering, Computer Science or any other relevant field <br />As a born leader, you want to oversee all the technical aspects of the business and provide your perimeter with adequate support <br />You demonstrate a growth mindset and love to manage the implementation of innovative ideas <br />You like defining new ways to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships <br />You are willing to engage and develop the teams of your scope through challenging approaches <br />You are able to work alongside different teams and make decisions in a fast-paced environment <br /> COMPETENCIES: <br /><br />You demonstrate a great ability to understand what is at stake and integrate or build a strategy <br />You are proficient with all the technical aspects of the business: <br />You have in-depth knowledge of relevant engineering tools, methods, standards and processes <br />You are able to ensure and capitalize effective research on the market so you can see the evolutions and stay up-to-date on technological advancements <br />You can take a step back and use independent judgment to ensure that technical projects and products are effectively aligned with the required quality and acceptance criteria <br />You have a proven capacity to ensure success through time and cost estimates for your perimeter <br />You are proficient with risks and opportunities management <br /></p><p>NICE TO HAVE: <br />o Knowledge of ESA and Space Institutions working processes</p><p>o Knowledge of TASI organization and processes<br /><br /> <br />LIFE AS A THALES TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT ROLE <br /><br />As a Technical Management Role within Thales, you will Take in charge the following missions, according to your perimeter: <br /><br />Entity/Country: <br />Make sure that the engineering teams of the country or legal entity deliver results in line with the required quality and acceptance criteria <br />Nominate the Design Authorities for products and projects of the country or the entity <br />Guarantee that the engineering activities are performed in line with the product strategy as defined by the GBU <br />Ensure that the rules defined for engineering (tools, methods, processes and best practices) are followed and implemented <br />Be in charge of research budget of the entity and the execution of research studies in accordance to the Group R&T governance <br />Organize the deployment of the Intellectual Property Rights strategy within its country or entity <br />Global Business Line: <br />Define technical strategy of the GBU, the technical part of the products road-map, the investment plan (SFRD) for the “Engineering” part of the R&D <br />Implement the Design Authorities organization, guarantee its deployment and supervise its efficiency <br />Be the ultimate Design Authority of the GBU <br />Participate to the definition of the Group R&D strategy <br />Supervise the implementation and the deployment of the “experts” initiative <br /> </p><p><b>Personal and Behavioral Requirements</b></p><ul><li>M.Sc. or PhD in a STEM discipline</li><li>10+ years working experience in a hi-tech industrial entity, preferably in the optical/quantum systems business</li><li>Team working and collaborative approach; open mindness to different working cultures and habits;</li><li>Effective Communication skills</li><li>Versatility and flexibility</li><li>Critical thinking, problem-solving attitude</li></ul><br /><p>Permanent contract</p><p>Experience 15-20 years</p><p>CCNL Met/Ind A1 Category</p><p>€ <span style="color:#000000">55.144,19 – 74.549,00</span></p><p>VC up to 12%</p><p>CIPI: up to 2.186€ </p><p>Performance Bonus (PDR) Up to 4.050€<br /> <br /><br />YOUR CAREER AT THALES <br /><br />Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites.

You will be able to evolve and grow your competencies in different areas: <br /><br />Room and attention to personal development <br />Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solution <br />Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path <br />Build an international career within a leading Engineering Group</p><p></p><p></p>At Thales Alenia Space we provide CAREERS and not only jobs.

With Thales Alenia Space employing around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US, our mobility policy enables employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth #SpaceForLife. Great journeys start here, apply now!

From Thales Alenia Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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