Job Description:
Standort: Kiel, Germany
Tätigkeitsbeschreibung
We Say HI*
Lead System Architect Naval Communication Systems (w/m/d)
Thales ist ein weltweit führender Anbieter von Spitzentechnologien für die Bereiche Verteidigung, Luft- und Raumfahrt sowie Cyber Security und Digital Identity.
In Kiel and Wilhelmshaven, you will find modern and customized naval systems for surface and underwater vessels - ranging from communication and navigation to reconnaissance, command, and control. This is the right place for you if you want to collaborate with us to integrate devices and subsystems into secure communication solutions or work on the development of command and weapon systems - the brain of a warship. Become part of the Thales expert team for maritime solutions. We look forward to welcoming you!
Your mission as a Lead System Architect Naval Communication Systems (w/m/d) :
* Lead the creation of system architecture and design naval communication systems according to customer requirements.
* Ensure the technical feasibility of architectures and serve as a technical consultant to project management and implementation teams.
* Collaborate with international teams to define components, interfaces, and dependencies within and between systems.
* Develop specifications for systems of systems, subsystems, and individual hardware and software components and their interfaces.
* Share knowledge and explain decision-making processes to colleagues.
* Support the integration team during system commissioning and startup.
We look forward to:
* Expertise in Naval Communication
Seeking an expert in naval communication with operational experience.
* Educational Background and Professional Experience
Preferably holding a bachelor's or master's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field, or possessing relevant professional experience in systems engineering or naval communication.
* Technical Aptitude
Strong interest and ability to familiarize oneself quickly with technical systems and products.
* Teamwork
A collaborative team player who works well within teams.
* Communication Skills
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
* Interpersonal Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate effective cooperation.
Thales invests more than 4 billion euros annually in research and development in key technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum, and cloud technologies.
In 2024, the group generated a revenue of 20.6 billion euros.
For more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries, we offer forward-looking opportunities, realize individual career paths, and enable creative freedom. This is achieved through courage, diversity, and a strong commitment to making the demanding challenges of our time safer and more inclusive. With our sustainable, values-driven leadership, we actively promote diversity.
Say HI* - Your path to us
When the signs of the times call for change, our international teams are there to meet today's complexity with the industry-leading technologies of tomorrow. Are you ready to join us? Your contact person, Benedikt Petzet, looks forward to receiving your online application via our career portal.
Benedikt Petzet -
Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-BP1
+49 173 585 90 29
*Human Intelligence
| Source: | Company website |
| Posted on: | 25 Dec 2025 (verified 26 Dec 2025) |
| Type of offer: | Graduate job |
| Industry: | Aerospace / Defense |
| Languages: | English |