Vice President of Engineering (Hardware/ Software-Tactical Comms) - Thales Defense & Security, Inc.

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, naval/maritime, and public safety and security domains. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; and data protection solutions. Furthermore, the company serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements. 

Top Benefits (subject to terms of applicable policies/plans)

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Generous 401(k) program  - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

We are looking for a Vice President of Engineering for Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI).  This role will have overall responsibility for approximately 350 employees over four locations. The position is a member of senior staff and reports directly to the CEO.

• Provides technical and managerial leadership for the entire engineering department.
• Serves on the executive team at TDSI and work closely to align engineering efforts with overall company goals.
• Responsible and accountable for developing and achieving strategic business plan objectives and initiatives for the engineering department.
• Ensures engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with TDSI’s established policies and objectives.
• Responsible for helping to develop and support company values, vision, and culture while maintaining a high ethical standard of practice including compliance with all company procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's operating policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training and developing employees; effectives staff plans - assigning and directing work; performance appraisals, rewarding and providing for employee discipline when required; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Active mentoring and development of staff is a critical element of the supervisory responsibilities in order to create a high performing cohesive team.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all the essential responsibilities required satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are characteristic of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• US Citizenship required - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information upon hire.
• Bachelor’s degree (BSEE/BSCE/BSME/BSCS) or equivalent work experience.
• 6-10 years of experience as an Engineering Director to include managing multi-function engineering teams in DoD environment.
• Experience working with TDSI or similar technologies and products in demanding DoD market.  Must have tactical communications product experience.
• Experience running an engineering team in compliance with CMMI Level 3 and AS9100 processes.
• Ability to foster teamwork across different functional areas within Thales Defense & Security, Inc. and other Thales entities.  
• Proven leadership with ability to effectively create and execute to workforce plans to meet objectives and business strategic goals.
• This role requires periodic domestic travel.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 301-368-4149.

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