Senior UK Project Cost Specialist page is loaded Senior UK Project Cost Specialistremote type: On-Sitelocations: Belfasttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: RLocation: Belfast, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose and key responsibilities of the Role: Thales is a leading force both in the UK and globally, operating in several markets - aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) operates primarily within the defence market delivering equipment & services, but also has a presence in the space market building satellite propulsion systems. The IAS business is predominantly based in Belfast and Templecombe. With the finance team at the Belfast site, this role will be Belfast based.IAS finance is now searching for a talented individual to join the team an Assistant Product Cost Specialist. As a Assistantg Product Cost Specialist you will be responsible for supporting the correct financials across key contracts via detailed analysis & support to a portfolio of products along with other financial responsibilities. The role is broad and will be a challenging & rewarding opportunity where your contribution to the team will have a real impact on the success of the business as a whole. Main responsibilities: Assist Finance function, analysis and support across the team. Assist product accountants and product manager's in the preparation of monthly review packs Prepare product analysis & cost variance reports and propose corrective action(s) Liaise with/deputise for finance project accountant(s) to ensure contract reporting is timely, accurate and risks & opportunities are presented for consideration at MPS/QPRs Providing timely and accurate financial data to support successful management of the business Prepare product estimates for Multi Year Budget & rolling monthly forecast information Prepare analysis to support product UPC Work closely with the wider IAS finance team providing advice & support, assisting with invoicing. Assist in the development of IT tools, reporting techniques and skills Ensure financial integrity and adherence to process (UK GAAP, Chorus 2.0) Pro-actively supporting the product teams Provide TM1 Input support for rolling forecast/ MYB Provide key inputs for the production of internal and external audit requirements Carrying out month end processing activities, completing product analysis, monthly accruals and reports Providing timely and accurate financial data to support successful management of the business, including production of monthly and ad-hoc financial reports Suggest continuous governance improvementSkills and ExperienceEssential You must be highly motivated and passionate about your ability to bring value You must have ability to interact & communicate complex issues You have track record of being able to quickly assimilate and analyse technical, financial & commercial data/information You have two years' experience in providing financial/technical analysis in a moving technical environment You must be highly proficient in MS Excel or other data management tools ICAI, ACCA, CIMA or ACCA (or equivalent) or, proven relevant experience in a financial/accounting background providing leadership with evidence of establishing continuous improvement and delivery. You must have strong IT skills, highly proficient in MS Excel Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the potential along with the challenges of delivering high quality financial operations Or, proven relevant experience in a financial/accounting/manufacturing environment.Desirable You should be a keen team player, energetic self-starter with a pro-active and challenging approach to issues You might have good practical/working understanding of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), You have understanding and relevant experience of programme/contract/product accounting In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Senior UK Project Cost Specialist page is loaded Senior UK Project Cost Specialistremote type: On-Sitelocations: Belfasttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: RLocation: Belfast, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose and key responsibilities of the Role: Thales is a leading force both in the UK and globally, operating in several markets - aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) operates primarily within the defence market delivering equipment & services, but also has a presence in the space market building satellite propulsion systems. The IAS business is predominantly based in Belfast and Templecombe. With the finance team at the Belfast site, this role will be Belfast based.IAS finance is now searching for a talented individual to join the team an Assistant Product Cost Specialist. As a Assistantg Product Cost Specialist you will be responsible for supporting the correct financials across key contracts via detailed analysis & support to a portfolio of products along with other financial responsibilities. The role is broad and will be a challenging & rewarding opportunity where your contribution to the team will have a real impact on the success of the business as a whole. Main responsibilities: Assist Finance function, analysis and support across the team. Assist product accountants and product manager's in the preparation of monthly review packs Prepare product analysis & cost variance reports and propose corrective action(s) Liaise with/deputise for finance project accountant(s) to ensure contract reporting is timely, accurate and risks & opportunities are presented for consideration at MPS/QPRs Providing timely and accurate financial data to support successful management of the business Prepare product estimates for Multi Year Budget & rolling monthly forecast information Prepare analysis to support product UPC Work closely with the wider IAS finance team providing advice & support, assisting with invoicing. Assist in the development of IT tools, reporting techniques and skills Ensure financial integrity and adherence to process (UK GAAP, Chorus 2.0) Pro-actively supporting the product teams Provide TM1 Input support for rolling forecast/ MYB Provide key inputs for the production of internal and external audit requirements Carrying out month end processing activities, completing product analysis, monthly accruals and reports Providing timely and accurate financial data to support successful management of the business, including production of monthly and ad-hoc financial reports Suggest continuous governance improvementSkills and ExperienceEssential You must be highly motivated and passionate about your ability to bring value You must have ability to interact & communicate complex issues You have track record of being able to quickly assimilate and analyse technical, financial & commercial data/information You have two years' experience in providing financial/technical analysis in a moving technical environment You must be highly proficient in MS Excel or other data management tools ICAI, ACCA, CIMA or ACCA (or equivalent) or, proven relevant experience in a financial/accounting background providing leadership with evidence of establishing continuous improvement and delivery. You must have strong IT skills, highly proficient in MS Excel Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the potential along with the challenges of delivering high quality financial operations Or, proven relevant experience in a financial/accounting/manufacturing environment.Desirable You should be a keen team player, energetic self-starter with a pro-active and challenging approach to issues You might have good practical/working understanding of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), You have understanding and relevant experience of programme/contract/product accounting In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
A leading technology and defense company is seeking a Senior UK Project Cost Specialist in Belfast. The role involves supporting financial analysis, preparing reports, and ensuring contract compliance. Candidates should have strong proficiency in MS Excel and relevant qualifications like ICAI or ACCA. This position offers opportunities for career development and an inclusive work environment. Join us for a rewarding experience in a dynamic sector.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
A leading technology and defense company is seeking a Senior UK Project Cost Specialist in Belfast. The role involves supporting financial analysis, preparing reports, and ensuring contract compliance. Candidates should have strong proficiency in MS Excel and relevant qualifications like ICAI or ACCA. This position offers opportunities for career development and an inclusive work environment. Join us for a rewarding experience in a dynamic sector.
A global technology firm in the UK is seeking a Product Cost Controller to shape and provide accurate finances across a portfolio of products. This role involves strategic management of product costing, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have five years of experience in manufacturing, strong ERP knowledge, and be a qualified accountant. The position offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative work environment.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
A global technology firm in the UK is seeking a Product Cost Controller to shape and provide accurate finances across a portfolio of products. This role involves strategic management of product costing, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have five years of experience in manufacturing, strong ERP knowledge, and be a qualified accountant. The position offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative work environment.
Product Cost Controller page is loaded Product Cost Controllerremote type: On-Sitelocations: Belfasttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: RLocation: Belfast, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose and key responsibilities of the Role: Thales is a leading force both in the UK and globally, operating in several markets - aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) operates primarily within the defence market delivering equipment & services, but also has a presence in the space market building satellite propulsion systems. The IAS business is predominantly based in Belfast and Templecombe. The product cost control team are based in the main manufacturing site in Castlereagh Belfast, however the successful candidate must be interchangeable with Belfast City Quays site and able to travel to other UK sites as required.Thales IAS UK is now searching for a talented leader to join the team as the Product Cost Controller. As such, you will be responsible for shaping and providing accurate finances across a portfolio of products. The role is broad and will be a challenging & rewarding opportunity where your contribution will have a real impact on the success of the business as a whole.As the Product Cost Controller, you will be central to the strategic financial leadership of product costing and budgeting, ensuring the product costs are accurately accounted for and optimally managed. You will lead a high-performing product account team, collaborate extensively across industry, programmes, finance, engineering functions, and embed financial rigor and innovation to drive programme profitability and compliance with SSRO and necessary commercial regulations. Main responsibilities: Spearhead the strategic management of product cost accounting frameworks aligned with Thales' objectives. Drive efficiency and enable value-added financial analytics by streamlining costing processes, enhancing reporting capabilities tailored for the IAS product portfolios. Lead & mentor the product accounting team, including Product Cost Specialists and Analysts, fostering technical excellence and awareness of defence sector financial compliance. Oversee the accurate delivery, analysis, and review of product Unit Product Costs (UPC) and monthly product cost portfolio accounts, ensuring financial integrity & rigour. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product Manager's, Project Managers, Industry Managers, and the wider IAS Finance function to support integrated business planning and programme cost management. Ensure timely preparation and rigorous validation of contract estimates, oversee Strategic Business Plans, Multi-Year Budgets, rolling forecasts completed by product cost specialists, providing critical input to support defence programme investment and risk assessment. Ensure visibility & compliance with SSRO (Single Source Regulations Office) reporting and related defence financial governance requirements, proactively identifying risks and implementing controls to safeguard programme integrity. Lead continual advancement in product costing methodologies and digital transformation initiatives by leveraging Oracle ERP, business intelligence portals, and bespoke defence financial reporting tools. Providing executive management with accurate and comprehensive financial information to guide effective policy making and financial strategizing. Ensure full adherence to UK GAAP, IFRS's, Chorus 2.0, MOD contracting standards, and internal control policies; escalate governance issues and financial risk concerns to senior finance leadership. Provide expert financial guidance to project controls and programme management teams to optimize defence project delivery and audit readiness. Champion improvements in data quality and accounting practices to enhance forecasting accuracy and strategic decision making. Act as a strategic financial business partner and trusted advisor to senior management, delivering insightful business cases and cost analyses that inform critical defence investment and operational decisions. Foster a culture of compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance team, aligned with Thales' commitment to excellence and learning company.Skills and ExperienceEssential You must be highly motivated, with a proven track record of shaping the direction of a manufacturing business. You must have excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the business. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload to meet agreed deadlines You must have five years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, operating at a leadership level. You must have a strong knowledge of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), proven ability to transform & adapt effectively in a timely manner. You must be a fully qualified Accountant (e.g. via CIMA, ACA, ACCA, ICAI, etc.) or qualified by experience. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Product Cost Controller page is loaded Product Cost Controllerremote type: On-Sitelocations: Belfasttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: RLocation: Belfast, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose and key responsibilities of the Role: Thales is a leading force both in the UK and globally, operating in several markets - aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) operates primarily within the defence market delivering equipment & services, but also has a presence in the space market building satellite propulsion systems. The IAS business is predominantly based in Belfast and Templecombe. The product cost control team are based in the main manufacturing site in Castlereagh Belfast, however the successful candidate must be interchangeable with Belfast City Quays site and able to travel to other UK sites as required.Thales IAS UK is now searching for a talented leader to join the team as the Product Cost Controller. As such, you will be responsible for shaping and providing accurate finances across a portfolio of products. The role is broad and will be a challenging & rewarding opportunity where your contribution will have a real impact on the success of the business as a whole.As the Product Cost Controller, you will be central to the strategic financial leadership of product costing and budgeting, ensuring the product costs are accurately accounted for and optimally managed. You will lead a high-performing product account team, collaborate extensively across industry, programmes, finance, engineering functions, and embed financial rigor and innovation to drive programme profitability and compliance with SSRO and necessary commercial regulations. Main responsibilities: Spearhead the strategic management of product cost accounting frameworks aligned with Thales' objectives. Drive efficiency and enable value-added financial analytics by streamlining costing processes, enhancing reporting capabilities tailored for the IAS product portfolios. Lead & mentor the product accounting team, including Product Cost Specialists and Analysts, fostering technical excellence and awareness of defence sector financial compliance. Oversee the accurate delivery, analysis, and review of product Unit Product Costs (UPC) and monthly product cost portfolio accounts, ensuring financial integrity & rigour. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product Manager's, Project Managers, Industry Managers, and the wider IAS Finance function to support integrated business planning and programme cost management. Ensure timely preparation and rigorous validation of contract estimates, oversee Strategic Business Plans, Multi-Year Budgets, rolling forecasts completed by product cost specialists, providing critical input to support defence programme investment and risk assessment. Ensure visibility & compliance with SSRO (Single Source Regulations Office) reporting and related defence financial governance requirements, proactively identifying risks and implementing controls to safeguard programme integrity. Lead continual advancement in product costing methodologies and digital transformation initiatives by leveraging Oracle ERP, business intelligence portals, and bespoke defence financial reporting tools. Providing executive management with accurate and comprehensive financial information to guide effective policy making and financial strategizing. Ensure full adherence to UK GAAP, IFRS's, Chorus 2.0, MOD contracting standards, and internal control policies; escalate governance issues and financial risk concerns to senior finance leadership. Provide expert financial guidance to project controls and programme management teams to optimize defence project delivery and audit readiness. Champion improvements in data quality and accounting practices to enhance forecasting accuracy and strategic decision making. Act as a strategic financial business partner and trusted advisor to senior management, delivering insightful business cases and cost analyses that inform critical defence investment and operational decisions. Foster a culture of compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance team, aligned with Thales' commitment to excellence and learning company.Skills and ExperienceEssential You must be highly motivated, with a proven track record of shaping the direction of a manufacturing business. You must have excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the business. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload to meet agreed deadlines You must have five years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, operating at a leadership level. You must have a strong knowledge of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), proven ability to transform & adapt effectively in a timely manner. You must be a fully qualified Accountant (e.g. via CIMA, ACA, ACCA, ICAI, etc.) or qualified by experience. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
A leading technology company in Scotland is seeking an experienced Engineering Delivery Manager for projects within Optronics and Missile Electronics. In this hybrid role, you will spearhead multi-disciplinary engineering teams, defining delivery strategies and managing project efficiencies. Ideal candidates should have a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and be agile in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be sole British Nationals from birth and obtain Security Clearance. Apply now to join a company committed to flexible working and career development.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
A leading technology company in Scotland is seeking an experienced Engineering Delivery Manager for projects within Optronics and Missile Electronics. In this hybrid role, you will spearhead multi-disciplinary engineering teams, defining delivery strategies and managing project efficiencies. Ideal candidates should have a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and be agile in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be sole British Nationals from birth and obtain Security Clearance. Apply now to join a company committed to flexible working and career development.
Engineering Delivery Manager ICSM Visuals page is loaded Engineering Delivery Manager ICSM Visualsremote type: Hybridlocations: Glasgow: Green Parktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RLocation: Glasgow, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Delivery Manager within Thales Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME).This role will be on at least one of our significant development and production projects within OME. As an Engineering Delivery Manager you will work in collaboration with the Programme Managers, the Engineering Delivery Lead, the Head of Engineering Delivery and the wider engineering team to ensure delivery of the engineering development projects.In this role you will be responsible for: leading high performing, multi-discipline engineering teams to generate engineering solutions that meet the Customer needs the definition of the engineering delivery strategy and resource profile based on the engineering estimates to ensure the delivery of the project managing the interfaces with the overall delivery strategy for the wider programme defining the organisation and work breakdown, with the Programme Manager, required to deliver to the Customer needs defining and being in charge of meeting cost, schedule and quality of the whole engineering delivery for the programme defining the engineering team's work packages in terms of resources required, budgets assigned to each task, risks and assumptions on these and the timescales to deliver within the planning and prioritisation of activities required to deliver the solution to the contract schedule, costs and quality day to day management of the engineering team's activities ensuring proactive management of issues, opportunities and risks managing and reporting of the engineering efficiency for the project the identification of re-use opportunities across the project act as the People Manager for the engineering team on the project and provide feedback into the people manager reviews with the functional discipline leadsThe successful candidate will have a strong background in engineering with experience in successfully defining and leading the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering projects. They will be highly customer focused with excellent communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast moving environment with multiple parallel objectives and have an understanding of systems engineering life cycle, practices and tools. Knowledge and experience of naval, air or land products would be beneficial to this role.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following, aligned to the Thales Leadership Behavioural Model: acting with agility to ensure that the business objectives remain in focus dealing with multiple strands of complexity to achieve business objectives engaging with stakeholders to achieve a common goal creating a competitive advantage by managing risk, identifying opportunities and fostering continuous improvement supporting the development of others to ensure we continuously improve for our customersThis role will work closely with the Programme Manager and the Project Design Authority (PDA) for the specific projects. This role will report to the Head of Engineering Delivery. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats . It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Engineering Delivery Manager ICSM Visuals page is loaded Engineering Delivery Manager ICSM Visualsremote type: Hybridlocations: Glasgow: Green Parktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RLocation: Glasgow, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Delivery Manager within Thales Optronics and Missile Electronics (OME).This role will be on at least one of our significant development and production projects within OME. As an Engineering Delivery Manager you will work in collaboration with the Programme Managers, the Engineering Delivery Lead, the Head of Engineering Delivery and the wider engineering team to ensure delivery of the engineering development projects.In this role you will be responsible for: leading high performing, multi-discipline engineering teams to generate engineering solutions that meet the Customer needs the definition of the engineering delivery strategy and resource profile based on the engineering estimates to ensure the delivery of the project managing the interfaces with the overall delivery strategy for the wider programme defining the organisation and work breakdown, with the Programme Manager, required to deliver to the Customer needs defining and being in charge of meeting cost, schedule and quality of the whole engineering delivery for the programme defining the engineering team's work packages in terms of resources required, budgets assigned to each task, risks and assumptions on these and the timescales to deliver within the planning and prioritisation of activities required to deliver the solution to the contract schedule, costs and quality day to day management of the engineering team's activities ensuring proactive management of issues, opportunities and risks managing and reporting of the engineering efficiency for the project the identification of re-use opportunities across the project act as the People Manager for the engineering team on the project and provide feedback into the people manager reviews with the functional discipline leadsThe successful candidate will have a strong background in engineering with experience in successfully defining and leading the delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering projects. They will be highly customer focused with excellent communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast moving environment with multiple parallel objectives and have an understanding of systems engineering life cycle, practices and tools. Knowledge and experience of naval, air or land products would be beneficial to this role.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following, aligned to the Thales Leadership Behavioural Model: acting with agility to ensure that the business objectives remain in focus dealing with multiple strands of complexity to achieve business objectives engaging with stakeholders to achieve a common goal creating a competitive advantage by managing risk, identifying opportunities and fostering continuous improvement supporting the development of others to ensure we continuously improve for our customersThis role will work closely with the Programme Manager and the Project Design Authority (PDA) for the specific projects. This role will report to the Head of Engineering Delivery. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats . It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!