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Production Journalist UTV 2 roles available 1x 12-month FTC 1x 9-month FTC Office location: Belfast (This is an office based role unsuitable for hybrid working). Hiring range: £29,034 - £39,697 Please note: This is to assist candidates in assessing their suitability for the role. The range does not represent a longer term salary commitment for the role. The role We are looking for an experienced and multi-skilled Production Journalist to join our broadcast and digital news team at UTV. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated journalist, who loves the production and teamworking involved in news. You’ll have a current contacts list, bulging with links to different communities, the ability to bring in ideas and a clear understanding of how to get them to air. Northern Ireland is a richly diverse region and we're looking for a person who will help ensure our coverage is as representative of the people and backgrounds of all those who live here as possible. As a Production Journalist you will have superb organisation skills with the ability to set up all the key elements of a story for television news. You will be able to cope well under pressure and be able to meet frequent tight deadlines. The role is based in our Belfast newsroom, and the successful candidate will work on television and digital news production, from producing early, late and weekend bulletins and planning stories, to creating online content that enhances our reputation and engages our digital audience. You will have outstanding written and verbal communications skills, and the ability to demonstrate good working relationships with colleagues and external contacts. You will have excellent editorial judgement and social media skills. You will be qualified in Media Law and have a thorough understanding of the Ofcom Code. So, if you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and you have the journalistic skills that will help us achieve our goals, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: • To produce high quality and compliant bulletins across all of our output (breakfast, lunch, late and weekends), operating effectively in a live gallery, making decisions under pressure where necessary and giving clear instructions to the presenter over timings and scripting amendments during broadcast, • To write stories and scripts that are accurate, compliant, and engaging, • To be proficient at editing pictures using the editing software provided, • To create accurate graphics for bulletins, programmes and packages which clearly illustrate stories and communicate ideas using the template based graphic system, • To curate ITV’s Digital offering on the website or ITVX as required, • To assist the news desk or planning team with research, planning and newsgathering, • To generate original and creative ideas, contributing to the news agenda of the day, on-screen and online, • To research story ideas thoroughly and creatively for on-air and online output, • To make, maintain and nurture a wide range of relevant contacts, • To meet all online and on-air deadlines throughout the day, reacting quickly to breaking stories, and regularly liaising with the news desk, • To exercise excellent editorial judgement, maintaining professional journalistic standards and adhering to ITV’s Legal & Compliance, ITV Trust and OFCOM guidelines, • To be proactive about diversity, equity and inclusion ensuring the output reflects new stories and issues across the audience spectrum, • To be able to perform all the roles consistently regardless of weekend, early or late working Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria) • Fully qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience, • Working knowledge of Ofcom code, media law and compliance, • Evidence of researching and developing original ideas, • Evidence of taking a creative approach to storytelling, treatments and production for both on-air and online, • Knowledge and understanding of digital platforms and how to tap into new audiences online, • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan multiple stories while prioritising tasks, • Strong writing skills for TV and digital (accurate spelling and grammar essential), • Excellent news judgement with a comprehensive knowledge of and interest in national and regional news, • A strong knowledge of the patch, its cultural heritage and an awareness of the types of stories that engage our audiences, • A proven track record of producing excellent content to deadline and under pressure Other things we’re looking for (key criteria) • Confident and clear communication skills, with the ability to source contributors and put them at their ease to get the best story possible, • The ability to work well in a team environment, • The ability to use initiative, be self-motivated and quick-thinking, • The ability to remain calm and resilient in what is often a busy work environment, • The willingness and aptitude to learn other skills and to be happy to share skills with others for the benefit of the whole team, • The ability to work to deadlines, • The ability to make strong and decisive decisions under pressure, • The ability to bring in stories from underrepresented people from across our region as well as underrepresented parts of the patch, • A positive attitude to work, • A resilience and ability to thrive working in a constantly changing news agenda, • Excellent attention to detail, • Social Media/Digital awareness, • An enthusiasm and willingness to embrace further changes in technology and workflow., • The aptitude to use the full range of digital newsroom technology, • Clear understanding of and commitment to DE&I and Health & Safety policies Please note, the rostered hours for this role will include weekend working , late shifts as well as early morning shifts and Bank Holidays. The working pattern will incorporate late shifts (typically 23:00 finish) as well as early morning (typically 05:00 start). You are expected to provide your own means of transportation to and from your main workplace. Because of the nature of news production, there will be occasions when you are required to work long and unsociable hours at short notice. Some members of the Production Team may be required to travel to district offices or to work in other news operations as well as attending relevant forums, development sessions and meetings off site as part of their role Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of what we do at UTV and we want to ensure we reflect our audience both on screen and in our workforce. ITV is for Everyone and we encourage applications from Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent people and People of Colour to apply for this role. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above). Newsrooms are busy and pressurised environments, involving live news production, which often requires colleagues to make quick decisions under pressure. We also need people who are able to use their initiative and, particularly for editorial roles, know what information might be required and how to research it. We need to test these abilities at the interview stage to understand how candidates will react when operating in a pressurised environment. This is a fundamental requirement of the role. We will always consider any request for reasonable adjustments as part of the interview process, for example sharing key themes when that is requested in connection with a neurodivergent condition, whilst still ensuring that we are able to test a candidate's ability to operate in the specific environment of a newsroom. We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at . *There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications. Closing date: Wednesday 10th December Please note the notice period for this role is 2 months (this will include any new contracts/ secondments) Please note, this role will be subject to a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together 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. 2026 Engineering Graduate Start Date: 07 September 2026 Salary: £34,000 per annum Location: Belfast Employee type: Permanent Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Do you want to be part of a Graduate Programme that will develop and challenge you? If so, then look no further… What The Role Has To Offer • Permanent role from day one, • Work on exciting projects within our business units, • Receive mentorship and support from our Engineering Leadership team, • An opportunity in year 3 to rotate into different business units and experience different parts of an engineering lifecycle This is an exciting engineering graduate programme designed to create the next generation of aspiring engineering experts, specialists and leaders for Thales in the UK. We are looking for people with a passion for engineering and/or design and development combined with an inquisitive mind and an intrinsic interest in people, leadership and success through teamwork. If you are looking for a broad learning experience, Thales offers you extensive development and challenges and will support you so that you can drive your career progression at the right rate for you. Graduate Programme: This a 3 year programme with the option to rotate, in Year 3, around the country across different business units experiencing different parts of an engineering lifecycle. You will be assigned to a succession of new or existing programmes where you will work with and be supported by other engineers to design and develop engineering solutions to meet the needs of our customers. During your time on the programme you will be under the sponsorship and guidance of the Engineering Leadership team and will follow a structured and detailed learning pathway to fast track your development within your role. Requirements: You will have gained or be on track to achieve a bachelor’s degree in a STEM Subject in one of the following subject areas: • Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, • Mechanical Engineering, • Software Engineering, • Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering, • Information Technology, • Mathematics, • Physics, • Systems Engineering, • Computing or Computer Science, • AI, Machine Learning and Cybernetics, • All applicable technical or related degrees will be considered This programme is a great opportunity to work in one of the world’s leading engineering organisations and develop a long-term career building engineering solutions together, safer, everywhere. Please note that Graduate Development Programme (GDP) activities take place during the working week but may require the investment of some personal time for travel and follow-up activities. You may have the opportunity to travel to Thales and non-Thales sites throughout the UK when participating in GDP activities. Benefits • 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays), • Company Pension, • Health Care Cash Plan, • Life Insurance, • Discount Portal, • Performance-related pay uplifts, • 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years) Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 07 September - Friday 11 September 2026. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Monday 5 January 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Recruitment Process: For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions. All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK, and will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). 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. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. 2026 Environmental Test and Trials Placement Engineer Opportunity Are you looking for a 12 month Engineering student placement within a local, innovative and industry-leading organisation? Look no further! Why Join Us Placement opportunity available within our world class Environmental Test and Trials Engineering Team based in Belfast Gain exciting and relevant experience with an industry leader undergoing significant growth Learn and support from some of the best Engineers in the sector An industry leading salary and excellent employee benefits Opportunity for continued part time employment and support throughout your final year Who We Are Thales Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) UK designs and manufactures a range of cutting-edge technologies ranging from air surveillance and mission planning systems to missile and space propulsion systems. The company specialises in lightweight missiles and the integration of weapon systems into various platforms along with the systems to manage and exploit critical mission planning and air surveillance data. The Role As an Environmental Test and Trials Engineering Placement Student, you will be supporting the design of practical testing for state-of-the-art Defence Systems that deliver world-class performance. Working within an agile, multi-discipline team, responsibilities cover testing and verifying that the solution meets the customers requirements. The role requires working with the team to optimise test schedules with fixed and experimental environmental test kit, studies, data collection and analyses. There is also the requirement to attend and support customer trials; this includes time bound, routine tasks as well as dealing with unexpected scenarios as they arise, whilst adhering to strict operational protocol. Essential Skills & Qualifications: Studying in the penultimate year of a relevant Engineering, Scientific or Numerate degree subject (BEng / BSc minimum) Can demonstrate an understanding of basic engineering skills Some experience with test tool sets and working to set instructions Demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills Ability to communicate effectively Self-motivated and able to use initiative Team working skills Availability for company travel, including unsociable hours in remote, out door locations Values & Behaviours: Goal orientated and delivery focussed Ability and self-motivation to follow instruction Demonstrates dedication and determination against assigned tasks The successful candidate must be a University student in their penultimate year of study able to work for Thales in the period between their penultimate and final year of study; starting by August 2026. If this sounds like you and you want to join us in building a future we can all trust, apply below and upload your CV. Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. 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!

Unit: Associate Lecturers/Part time tutors Salary: £38,784 pro rata Location: ___ Please quote reference: XKPS216 Fixed Term until 31st December 2026 - Belfast Closing Date: 16 December, 2025 - 12:00 Please ensure you read the "How to apply" section for details on how to submit an application for this role, before clicking apply. Change your career, change lives The Open University is the UK’s largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. The role School of Health, Wellbeing, and Social Care | The Open University Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of social workers? We’re looking for a dedicated Practice Tutor in Social Work to join our team in Northern Ireland. • Part-time, Fixed Term until 31 December 2026, • Flexible working: A mix of face-to-face teaching and home-based work, • No fixed core hours – ideal for those who value autonomy, • Starting salary: £38,784 (pro rata based on FTE) You’ll play a vital role in supporting students on our professional social work programme, ensuring its success and credibility. Your responsibilities will include: • Facilitating practice learning meetings in students’ placements, • Monitoring student progress and supporting their learning journey, • Working closely with sponsoring employers, • Delivering a mix of individual support and group sessions This is a dynamic role that combines elements of teaching, mentoring, and coordination. It’s challenging, rewarding, and essential to the future of social work education. Important to know: • Some evening and weekend work is required, • Due to workload peaks and unpredictability, this role is not suitable for someone in full-time employment elsewhere, • Most work happens between January and August, but salary is paid across the year, • FTE will be discussed at interview, with potential to increase later Immediate need: Teaching on module XKPS216h most of the work occurs between January and August, the position is paid over the full calendar year. Person specification: The person specification for this position should be read in conjunction with the ___ for an Associate Lecturer at The Open University. As well as meeting all the requirements set out in the generic person specification, you should have: • a first degree in social work or a relevant discipline., • a professional social work qualification and practice experience (preferably recent)., • The Northern Ireland regulator requires teaching staff to have a Social Work qualification, be registered in Northern Ireland with NISCC or be eligible to register on part 1 of the register and have 3 years post qualifying experience in social work practice in Northern Ireland., • experience of delivering social work education as a practice teacher, practice assessor, or associate lecturer, familiarity with the literature, policies, and research in social work., • familiarity with current practice regarding the delivery of personal social services., • sensitivity to the needs of adult learners, and an understanding of how adults learn., • evidence of ability to negotiate, liaise, and problem-solve with a range of agency contacts., • experience in the use of IT or a willingness to train and experiment with IT. It would be an advantage to have: • A higher degree or Ph.D. (or equivalent).Evidence of having taken the initiative to deliver better teaching and learning or to take advantage of new technology in teaching., • Teaching qualification in relevant subject or HEA accreditation. What you get in return We have a strong commitment to providing training and development in and beyond your current role. To ensure they remain up to date with developments in their academic field, Associate Lecturers are allocated 6 days (pro-rata) per annum for AL-led (i.e. self-directed) Academic Currency and 1 day, plus 5 days pro rata, per annum for Agreed Academic Currency and Professional Development. Benefits include a supportive and friendly working environment, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata) with variable (pro rata) Bank holidays and an attractive pensions proposition. Tuition Delivery Face-to-face How to apply An application form and job-related information are available from the links located below. Any queries regarding the application process please contact AL-Applications on , quoting the reference: XKPS216 All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. The University is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role as per the requirement laid out the UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK. To work with us you will need access to the internet. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check or equivalent for their nation of residency. Email : ___ Hard copies of Job Descriptions and Applications forms and access details for disabled applicants are available from the Recruitment Co-ordinator by email (on the link above), quoting the reference number: XKPS216 The Open University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion which is reflected in our mission to be open to people, places, methods and ideas. We aim to foster a diverse and inclusive environment so that all in our OU community can reach their potential. We recognise that different people bring different perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and culture, and that this difference brings great strength. We strive to recruit, retain and develop the careers of a diverse pool of students and staff, and particularly encourage applications from all underrepresented groups. We also aspire to make The Open University a supportive workplace for all through our policies, services and staff networks.

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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. Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Assurance Manager Hybrid working Belfast Are you an inquisitive individual that has a passion for Quality Assurance? Are you looking for your next challenge with the opportunity to work within a highly regarded team that will support with your learning and development? Then look no further… We have a fantastic opportunity for an impactful Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Assurance Manager to join our Integrated Air Systems (IAS) team. Within IAS, Our high tech solutions enable us to monitor and detect threats from multiple sources in near real time. What the role has to offer: • Work for an expanding domain in growth mode, • Experience working on design and development of products which a geographically unique, • Working on projects at the forefront of defence technology Key Responsibilities Performing all aspects of Quality Assurance on our major contracts, supporting state of the art maritime solutions and providing our customers with capabilities to operate within the underwater environment, on a day-to-day basis, you’ll be involved in: • Planning and performing project audits and surveillance activities in accordance with the Project Quality Plans and audit strategy, • Acting as the customer’s representative inside the project or bid team and looking to maximize customer satisfaction and support any actions, • Managing and analysing reports to continually improve quality within the project, and ensure the quality performance is managed and reported to meet project time-scales, • Encouraging and developing best practice, promoting a quality culture and environment of continuous improvement, • oject & Business related tasks, • Generate monthly QA Advices for allocated Project and Bid Reviews in accordance with the Guidance provided and Reference system., • Lead project QA activities to ensure that Quality tasks are carried out in accordance with agreed Work Packages., • Effective generation, assurance and management of non-conformances, with realistic stage target dates and actions agreed with NCR owners. Timely raising of Alerts when appropriate with escalation, as required, in order to reduce risks to the business., • Support Customer Surveys and work with functions to establish any necessary improvements plans, resulting from customer feedback. About You Ideally, you’ll: • Have proven experience working as a Quality Engineer OR Quality Assurance Manager in a manufacturing or engineering environment, • Have a detailed knowledge of current quality and related working practices and standards preferably AS9100, • Be a qualified auditor or have similar experience, • Possess excellent communication and influencing skills to promote quality within the wider operations team, • Have experience of working within a project structure and experience of managing work packages - desirable, • Be a member of, or working towards membership of the Chartered Quality Institute - desirable Benefits At Thales We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include a pension plan, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection as well as an employee assistance programme. In addition, our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefits to suit your needs. You can choose to add a number of optional benefits including: healthcare cash plan, health assessments, family cover private medical insurance, buying/selling annual leave, gym membership discounts + much, much more. You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site! Alongside a competitive base salary, we offer a variable compensation plan bonus, 27 days annual leave + 1 company day + UK public holidays, a Friday lunchtime finish as well as the opportunity to volunteer up to 3 days to support local charities/communities in which we work. Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together 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. 2026 Component Engineering Apprentice – Higher Level Apprenticeship in Mechatronics Start Date: 07 September 2026 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Belfast Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Are you looking for an employer who will provide valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry-leading organisation? If so, read on to see what Thales has to offer… As a Component Engineering Apprentice, you will develop the key skills and experience in the following: • Gain knowledge of engineering subjects; electronic, mechanical and software engineering, • Familiarise yourself with the key techniques and technologies used in the design and implementation of the product, • Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, • Gain knowledge of the different disciplines within the Services function, • Gain knowledge and be able use Services tooling and software packages, • Learn and maintain knowledge of current industry standards for all service disciplines The role will develop your engineering skills to become a confident, positive and flexible Component Engineering Apprentice with strong technical knowledge gained from on-the-job training and college studies. Supporting the team to undertake service-engineering activities to deadlines and within budget. What the role has to offer: • Earn while you learn, • Job specific training experience, • Recognised qualifications, • Permanent role from day one, • Tuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully covered Apprentice Programme You will be studying towards a Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship, Foundation Engineering Degree (FdEng) in Mechatronics with our partners at the South Eastern Regional College in Bangor. During this 3 year programme, you will be given 1 day per week to attend college lessons, lectures and tutorials. For the other 4 days you will be working in business, embedding your college learning in a real-life engineering environment. On successful completion of the Higher-Level Apprenticeship, there may be scope to progress onto the BEng in Mechatronic Engineering at Ulster University. Requirements: We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are motivated, committed and keen to learn. You will be a self-starter, able to demonstrate time management skills, working on your own, using your initiative and have a genuine interest in Engineering and Thales. Successful candidates will show self-discipline and an aspiration to achieve a degree qualification. Entry requirements: • 56 UCAS Tariff points including A level (A2): Typical grade profile CC (to include 1 from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Electronics or Double Award Science/Applied Science) or BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MPP or Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MM, • 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths Please Note: due to funding obligations (i) applicants who already hold a relevant degree will not be eligible for this programme (ii) this opportunity is available in Belfast and open to all Northern Ireland residents. In addition, Right to Work in the UK for the duration of the programme is necessary. Benefits • 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays), • Company Pension, • Health Care Cash Plan, • Life Insurance, • Discount Portal, • Performance-related pay uplifts, • 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years) Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Recruitment Process: For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit ___. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions. All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK and will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). 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. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - ___. Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Assurance Manager Hybrid working Belfast Are you an inquisitive individual that has a passion for Quality Assurance? Are you looking for your next challenge with the opportunity to work within a highly regarded team that will support with your learning and development? Then look no further We have a fantastic opportunity for an impactful Quality Assurance Engineer / Quality Assurance Manager to join our Integrated Air Systems (IAS) team. Within IAS, Our high tech solutions enable us to monitor and detect threats from multiple sources in near real time. What the role has to offer: Work for an expanding domain in growth mode Experience working on design and development of products which a geographically unique Working on projects at the forefront of defence technology Key responsibilities Performing all aspects of Quality Assurance on our major contracts, supporting state of the art maritime solutions and providing our customers with capabilities to operate within the underwater environment, on a day-to-day basis, youll be involved in: Planning and performing project audits and surveillance activities in accordance with the Project Quality Plans and audit strategy Acting as the customers representative inside the project or bid team and looking to maximize customer satisfaction and support any actions Managing and analysing reports to continually improve quality within the project, and ensure the quality performance is managed and reported to meet project time-scales Encouraging and developing best practice, promoting a quality culture and environment of continuous improvement oject & Business related tasks Generate monthly QA Advices for allocated Project and Bid Reviews in accordance with the Guidance provided and Reference system. Lead project QA activities to ensure that Quality tasks are carried out in accordance with agreed Work Packages. Effective generation, assurance and management of non-conformances, with realistic stage target dates and actions agreed with NCR owners. Timely raising of Alerts when appropriate with escalation, as required, in order to reduce risks to the business. Support Customer Surveys and work with functions to establish any necessary improvements plans, resulting from customer feedback. About you Ideally, youll: Have proven experience working as a Quality Engineer OR Quality Assurance Manager in a manufacturing or engineering environment Have a detailed knowledge of current quality and related working practices and standards preferably AS9100 Be a qualified auditor or have similar experience Possess excellent communication and influencing skills to promote quality within the wider operations team Have experience of working within a project structure and experience of managing work packages - desirable Be a member of, or working towards membership of the Chartered Quality Institute - desirable Benefits at Thales We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and have designed our benefits to give you the flexibility and power to do so. Our core benefits include a pension plan, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection as well as an employee assistance programme. In addition, our flexible benefits platform gives you the power to customise your benefits to suit your needs. You can choose to add a number of optional benefits including: healthcare cash plan, health assessments, family cover private medical insurance, buying/selling annual leave, gym membership discounts + much, much more. You can also enjoy exclusive access to our discount site! Alongside a competitive base salary, we offer a variable compensation plan bonus, 27 days annual leave + 1 company day + UK public holidays, a Friday lunchtime finish as well as the opportunity to volunteer up to 3 days to support local charities/communities in which we work. Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. #LI-CD1 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together 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. 2026 Component Engineering Apprentice – Higher Level Apprenticeship in Mechatronics Start Date: 07 September 2026 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Belfast Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Are you looking for an employer who will provide valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry-leading organisation? If so, read on to see what Thales has to offer… As a Component Engineering Apprentice, you will develop the key skills and experience in the following: • Gain knowledge of engineering subjects; electronic, mechanical and software engineering, • Familiarise yourself with the key techniques and technologies used in the design and implementation of the product, • Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, • Gain knowledge of the different disciplines within the Services function, • Gain knowledge and be able use Services tooling and software packages, • Learn and maintain knowledge of current industry standards for all service disciplines The role will develop your engineering skills to become a confident, positive and flexible Component Engineering Apprentice with strong technical knowledge gained from on-the-job training and college studies. Supporting the team to undertake service-engineering activities to deadlines and within budget. What the role has to offer: • Earn while you learn, • Job specific training experience, • Recognised qualifications, • Permanent role from day one, • Tuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully covered Apprentice Programme You will be studying towards a Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship, Foundation Engineering Degree (FdEng) in Mechatronics with our partners at the South Eastern Regional College in Bangor. During this 3 year programme, you will be given 1 day per week to attend college lessons, lectures and tutorials. For the other 4 days you will be working in business, embedding your college learning in a real-life engineering environment. On successful completion of the Higher-Level Apprenticeship, there may be scope to progress onto the BEng in Mechatronic Engineering at Ulster University. Requirements: We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are motivated, committed and keen to learn. You will be a self-starter, able to demonstrate time management skills, working on your own, using your initiative and have a genuine interest in Engineering and Thales. Successful candidates will show self-discipline and an aspiration to achieve a degree qualification. Entry requirements: • 56 UCAS Tariff points including A level (A2): Typical grade profile CC (to include 1 from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Electronics or Double Award Science/Applied Science) or BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MPP or Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MM, • 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths Please Note: due to funding obligations (i) applicants who already hold a relevant degree will not be eligible for this programme (ii) this opportunity is available in Belfast and open to all Northern Ireland residents. In addition, Right to Work in the UK for the duration of the programme is necessary. Benefits • 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays), • Company Pension, • Health Care Cash Plan, • Life Insurance, • Discount Portal, • Performance-related pay uplifts, • 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years) Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Recruitment Process: For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit ___. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions. All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK and will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). 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. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - ___. Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Job title: Senior Contracts Manager Location: Belfast - hybrid working arrangement 3 days a week in the office Are you looking for your next challenge where youll have the opportunity to work within a highly regarded team where you will be responsible for proactively managing and directly influencing our bids and projects? Would you like to work for a world-renowned organisation that researches, develops and supplies technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better and keep us safer? Then look no further We have a great Senior Contracts Manager opportunity to join our Defence Commercial, Legal & Contracts team. Core Benefits: On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes; Performance-related bonus Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00pm 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) 24 hours volunteering paid for Private healthcare (grade dependent) Pension scheme Life cover 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discount Key responsibilities: On a day-to-day basis youll be involved in: Providing advice and recommendations to the business relationship agreements, bids and projects under their remit on commercial issues, risks, liabilities and opportunities Commercial proposition development for major win-business campaigns. Supporting senior management and where required participate in commercial negotiations with customer, consortium partners and in conjunction with Procurement, sub-contractors and other 3rd parties. Providing bid and project teams advice, recommendations and costings pertaining to UK and International contracts in relation to Direct Selling Costs, including but not limited to Credit Insurance, Bank Guarantees and Letter of Credits. Responding to and negotiating customers proposed contractual agreements and Contract Changes and support senior management in the management of such changes, including the preparation, approval and negotiation. Identifying and managing issues and disputes arising with customers in conjunction with the Legal function. About you: Ideally, youll: Have a commercial background with experience of managing contracts/risks and/or a legal background combined with commercial experience. Have demonstrable experience working within in a complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-site organisation. Possess multi-disciplinary qualifications e.g. LLB, Engineering, Finance, Programme Delivery advantageous. Be adept at building and managing relationships across all levels and throughout the identify, bidding, negotiation and delivery phases of bids/projects Have proven analytical and written skills and the ability to understand pricing, risks and mitigation of contracts. #LI-DNI 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!

Why We Exist At Raylo, were on a mission to accelerate the move to a circular economy. The only way customers and manufacturers will make that shift is if its simple and cost-effective - this is where we come in. Were building a category-defining global subscription infrastructure, making premium tech accessible and affordable for both consumers and businesses. With over 180,000 subscribers in the UK and growth accelerating - weve proven the demand for a smarter, more sustainable way to access technology. Raylo is a fast-growing and profitable company, backed by global investors including Macquarie, NatWest, and Channel 4 Ventures. We are proud to have been selected for Endeavors network in 2024, underscoring our role as a high-impact, mission-driven business with global ambitions. And in 2025 we were recognised as part of Tech Nations UKs Future Fifty programme. We have been B-Corp certified since 2021 and were recently acknowledged by S&P Global for the positive impact of our circular business model via a Green Financing with NatWest. At Raylo, performance matters. We set ambitious goals, move fast, and hold ourselves to a high standard, because our mission is too important to settle for less. Our Core Values Be deeply curious We thrive on innovation through diverse approaches, views, and people. Walk in your customers shoes To build the best products and make the best decisions for the long term, we must figure out what our customers need, not just what they want. Focus and execute We have a big vision, but we believe in nailing the most important problems first. Be gritty Only gritty teams succeed. Our individual ownership, passion, and perseverance mean were a team through thick and thin. What to Expect This is a newly created role designed to own and optimise Raylos reverse logistics and device management operations, a crucial area for margin protection and sustainable growth. Reporting to our VP of Operations, youll partner across Legal, Finance, Risk Strategy, and Commercial teams to improve performance, reduce fraud, and build a scalable operational function. Youll build new processes from scratch, lead the rollout of key integrations (like Apple Business Manager), and negotiate with external suppliers to improve performance. The impact? A data-led, commercially impactful function that plays a vital role in Raylos circular tech model. In the longer term, youll shape the strategic direction of device management operations, with career progression into broader supply chain, risk, or commercial leadership roles. What Youll Do Build and own scalable device management operations , from workflows to third-party engagement Map current device management processes and identify key pain points, inefficiencies, and revenue risks Design and implement KPIs to track and measure performance over time Integrate Apple Business Manager workflows to automate Mobile Device Management (MDM) Establish strong relationships with external suppliers , negotiating improved recovery terms Partner with Legal to launch recovery notices and legal recourse workflows Deliver reporting dashboards for cross-functional visibility of performance Reduce fraud and loss rates through process tightening and data-driven insights Champion continuous improvement , collaborating with Finance, Legal, and Commercial Own and drive recovery volume targets Youll Succeed With 3+ years of experience in logistics, technical operations, supply chain, or reverse logistics Education to a degree level , ideally in a STEM subject Proficiency in leveraging data analytics (Looker, Amplitude, Google Analytics, etc.) to inform strategic decisions Strong commercial acumen and experience negotiating with external vendors or suppliers Experience working with reporting tools (e.g. Power BI), CRM systems, and KPI design A strong communicator who can influence both internal and external stakeholders A proactive, self-starting mindset with high ownership and professional presence Passion for Raylos sustainability mission and a desire to make measurable impact Were not looking for you to meet every point on this job description, please still get in touch if you think you could add value and do your best work here at Raylo. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. Opportunities & Benefits We are continuously improving and listening to our quarterly employee surveys to provide the best opportunities and benefits for our employees. Share in Raylos success Stock options for all employees Get the latest tech Exclusive Raylo device lease for employees 33 days off, your way 25 days + 8 bank holidays with full flexibility to use on the days that mean the most to you Invest in your growth L&D budget to support the skills you value Fast-track your career Two performance reviews a year Family-first policies Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption or shared parental leave, if youve been with us for 12 months. Save big on childcare Workplace nursery scheme for major cost savings Perks on perks Perkbox membership with discounts & wellbeing benefits Good times, guaranteed Optional quarterly socials, plus summer & Christmas parties Hiring Process Whats next? Once you submit your application, our Talent Team will contact you if you have been shortlisted for the role. We set an exceptionally high bar at Raylo, and in return, we will aim to give you the best candidate experience possible. If there's anything we can do to make your application process easier for you, because of disability, neurodiversity or any other personal reason, please let us know. Stage 1: Talent Screening (30-45 minutes) Stage 2: Hiring Manager Interview (45 minutes) Stage 3: Task Stage: Case Study or a Take home task & Task Review (60-90 minutes) Stage 4: Values-based Interview (45 minutes) & Co-founder Final (45 minutes) As an FCA-regulated business, we conduct background checks (DBS and AML) on all successful candidates who are offered a position at Raylo during the onboarding process. Diversity & Inclusion at Raylo At Raylo, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, believing they make us stronger.

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Software Placement Engineer Key responsibilities Design and coding of software Software requirements analysis and requirements management Software test planning and execution Conducting all aspects of the software development process in accordance with company processes and standards Skills, qualifications and experience Essential A minimum of a BSc/BEng (Hons) degree in a subject with a significant computing content e.g. Computer Science, Software Engineering, Games Development, Combined Electronics and Computing Appreciation of software requirements analysis, specification & design Understanding of the principles and levels of software testing Knowledge of software development lifecycles and methodologies Practical experience of programming in a high level language (C, C++, C#) Practical experience in a number of stages of the software engineering lifecycle Understanding of data communications (e.g. 1553, RS422) and networking Knowledge of Agile development methodologies Understanding of software configuration control Knowledge of real-time operating systems Knowledge of UML Experience of working as a member of a software development team Please note that GDP activities take place during the working week but may require the investment of some personal time for travel and follow up activities. You may have the opportunity to travel to Thales and non-Thales sites throughout the UK when participating in Graduate Development Programme activities. Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. 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!

Contractual hours 36.25 Basis Full time Job category/type XPS Administration Date posted 14/10/2025 Job reference REQ003285 Senior Pensions Administrator Location: Belfast Grade: Consultant Employment Type: Permanent Hybrid REQ003285 About XPS Group: XPS Pensions Group is no ordinary company. We've earned numerous awards and accolades, making us an industry leader in Pensions Consultancy. As the largest pure pensions consultancy in the UK, we are a team of approximately 2000 employees spread across 15 locations nationwide. Listed on the London Stock Exchange Main Market, we pride ourselves on our ability to think and act differently, offering expert advice to over 1600 pension schemes and administering pensions for over 1,000,000 members. About the Team: Our teams of pension administrators provide services to a wide range of trust-based company pension schemes, including defined benefit, defined contribution, career average revalued earnings, and hybrid schemes. Our range of pensions administration services include: scheme administration, communication, scam identification, payroll services, pension scheme accounting, de-risking projects, technical consultancy. Our administrative approach is scheme-based; one team is responsible for every aspect of each clients service, enabling us to build the best possible relationships and provide the clarity of focus each scheme deserves. Ultimately, pension schemes are there for their members; we place just as much emphasis on delivering excellent customer service as we do on technical proficiency and quality control. Key Responsibilities: Training of other team members Assisting less experienced team members Checking and authorising other team members work Meeting deadlines Calculation and payment of scheme benefits in accordance with the Rules Maintenance of membership records and other documentation Understanding and application of benefit structures, Trust Deed & Rules, current pensions legislation, PSO and Disclosure requirements Project work as directed by Team Leader or Manager Liaison with Client, Scheme Actuary, Consultants, Providers, Pension Payroll Members and third parties Provision of technical information both verbally and in writing Compliance with ISO and AAF accreditations Completing updates to the database to ensure that records are accurately maintained Dealing confidently with member enquiries by phone, email, and letter Providing general support to the Administration team/manager Ensuring that work is prioritised correctly so that target dates are met Your Profile: Essential: Previous experience within a similar role dealing with DB schemes Experience within the pensions industry Able to demonstrate ownership, responsibility, and accountability for self Be organised, methodical and logical in approach to delegated responsibilities Able to assist with developing a culture of high standards, excellent quality and customer responsiveness Able to develop administrators and administrative processes Be well organised and be a point of reference for knowledge Able to plan and then be flexible with that plan Be proactive, having drive and commitment Able to communicate effectively Has a can-do attitude and takes pride in work Pays attention to detail Computer literate in the use of MS Office products, such as Excel and Word Qualifications: Strong Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualification - minimum grade B/6 or equivalent What We Offer: Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit applications below or contact . Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace. Equal Opportunity Statement: XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees. Eligibility: Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees. Who are we: To find out more please visit:

Machine Technician Belfast Full time 2025-11-13 Posted Yesterday R0276998 Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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. Join Thales as a Machine Technician - Be Part of Innovation in Manufacturing! POSITION: Manufacturing Technician DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing LOCATION: Belfast Our Opportunity As a CNC Machinist, you will support manufacture and inspect high precision components, sub-assemblies, tooling and fixtures in a total quality team environment in order to meet production schedules and requirements. About You As a Machine Technician, you will ideally have served an apprenticeship as a turner or skilled machinist and with proven post apprenticeship experience. To be successful in this role, you will already have the ability to understand information given on technical drawings and apply that information in the programming and operation of CNC machine tools. Key Duties Responsible for the set-up and operation of major plant equipment i.e. C.N.C. machine tools in order to manufacture high precision missile components, Tooling, Gauging, Jig and fixture details and R&D hardware. Shop Floor programming using M.D.I. and G codes to produce C.N.C. programmes for the manufacture of R&D hardware and Tooling and to edit C.N.C. part programmes during prove out and production runs and to ensure any changes are fed back to manufacturing engineering to maintain traceability. Responsible for the step by step prove out of program by diagnosing errors therein to prevent damage to plant equipment and ensure correct manufacture of components. Responsible for recording data on statistical process control (S.P.C.) data base units or control charts. Monitoring and analysing such data to resolve problems in controlling the machining process. Responsible for calibration/plausibility checks on post process gauging (P.P.G) to assure correct part measurements. Responsible for the quality of machine components to drawing specification and quality standards, using meteorology equipment and to ensure equipment is within calibration requirements. Accountable for own productivity and quality and the recording any necessary quality defect data on factory management system (F.M.S.) to facilitate traceability. Responsible for progressing finished components to other work groups by actively participating in materials handling and processing correct progress data on the factory management system (F.M.S.) Responsible for identifying any errors found within process sheets and measurement plans and to ensure any such errors are reported to M.E. for correction. Responsibility to work in a continuous improvement environment to achieve maintain and improve product quality and to strive to reduce machining cycle times, lead time and production costs. Detailed training of other employees and apprentices in the most effective methods of performing tasks & duties. Why Thales? By joining us, you become part of a global powerhouse at the forefront of aerospace, defence, and security technologies. We offer you: A supportive, inclusive workplace where your contributions make a difference. Opportunities to develop your skills with expert training and clear career pathways. The chance to work on impactful projects that protect and connect communities worldwide. A company culture grounded in innovation, collaboration, and respect. What we can offer 4 day working week Pension Scheme 28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays) Progression and Development Opportunities 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers You will be supported by an additional ongoing training program over 2-3 years on steadily larger and more complex jobs to meet the manufacturing and quality requirements in line with the total quality concept. Please note current working hours are due to change and any successful applicants must be open to future shift patterns. #LI-MC1 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!

Electrician Belfast Full time 2025-11-26 Posted Today R0307365 Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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. Electrician Location - Belfast To work as an electrician, manufacturing cables and electrical assemblies, to the quality standards demanded within missiles, aerospace or space, assembly environment. Provide a flexible, adaptable, efficient and effective service to our internal/external customers, at all times. Key Responsibilities and Tasks Cable assembly manufacture panel wiring & cable looming, to achieve the required dimensional visual standards as defined by assembly drawing and wiring schedule. Demonstrate an understanding of general electrical assembly practices of soldering, crimping. Compliance with Wiring standards as defined by IPC 620 Continuity and Insulation testing against Production Test Specifications and recording of test results. Soldering in accordance with recognised company standard as defined by IPC-A-610C. Ability to assemble in accordance with circuit diagram requirements and under engineering instruction. Integrating and working in harmony with the established team so as to achieve targets. Become familiar with and adopting the principles of the 5's housekeeping standard. Participate in the Continuous Improvement activities that are ongoing within the work place with the goal of eliminating waste and reduce operating costs. Soldering in accordance with recognised company standard as defined by IPC-A-610C. Ability to assemble in accordance with circuit diagram requirements and under engineering instruction. Integrating and working in harmony with the established team so as to achieve targets. Become familiar with and adopting the principles of the 5's housekeeping standard. Participate in the Continuous Improvement activities that are ongoing within the work place with the goal of eliminating waste and reduce operating costs. Skills Experienced PC user Manual dexterity. Quick learner. Working within a team. Ability to work under pressure (to tight deadlines) Must be capable of working to Manufacturing Instruction and Engineering drawings Knowledge of and ability to work to the quality standards required within the missile industry City & Guilds or equivalent. Can Do attitude Lean 5s experience Experience At least 3 years in a Production environment or similar Experienced in the assembly/soldering/crimping of small electronic components Telecommunications systems knowledge, and installation skills Fault finding, and repair of looms and circuit boards down to component level Values & Behaviours Focus on Customers Perform through teaming Innovate Develop our people What We Can Offer 4 day working week Pension Scheme 28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays) Progression and Development Opportunities 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Flexibility 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. #LI-MC1 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Engineering Coaching Lead Belfast PROFILE: You graduated with a Master of Engineering, Computer Science or any related field in University, and you have significant experience within Agile team You want to foster more effective, transparent, autonomous, and cohesive teams, and to enable better outcomes, solutions, and products/services for customers You are an effective communicator (especially in case of conflict) You are recognised as a team-player and enjoy collaborative work You have a good technological culture You are convincing and persuasive You are resourceful and structured You are dynamic and meticulous COMPETENCIES: You are a trainer, the one who knows how to deliver proper training session on principles, practices or tools You are a consultant, the one who knows how to provide a turnkey solution to a problem You know the following tools and methods: XP, Scrum, Kanban, Software Craftsmanship, change management, management 3.0 or even coaching and systemic analysis You have in-depth knowledge in Agile practices, Lean methodologies, project management and associated tools You are able to animate meetings, workshops and training sessionsboth in French and in English You have the ability to share with people from different jobs and backgrounds You have knowledge in software development and digital transformation You are able to move forward in changing environments LIFE AS A THALES ENGINEERING COACHING ROLE As an Engineering Coaching Role within Thales, you will: Define the scope and goals of coaching with managers and teams Train teams in Agile methodologies according to their context Introduce Agile to new teams, facilitating practices that are context relevant and situation specific Drive teams process by facilitating events/ceremonies and Agile workshops to become self-organised teams Set up environment where trust and transparency are key pillars YOUR CAREER AT THALES Future opportunities will allow you to discover other domains or sites. You will be able to evolve and grow your competencies in different areas: Room and attention to personal development Build your talents in another domain of Thales Group, discovering new products, new customers, new country or go to a more complex Solution Choose between a technical expertise or a leadership path Build an international career within a leading Engineering Group Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Systems Placement Engineer Opportunities Are you looking for a 12-month Engineering student placement within a local, innovative and industry-leading organisation? Look no further! Why Join Us Placement opportunity available within our world class Systems Engineering Team based in Belfast Gain exciting and relevant experience with an industry leader undergoing significant growth Learn and support from some of the best Engineers in the sector An industry leading salary and excellent employee benefits Opportunity for continued part time employment and support throughout your final year Who We Are Thales Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) UK designs and manufactures a range of cutting-edge technologies ranging from air surveillance and mission planning systems to missile and space propulsion systems. The company specialises in lightweight missiles and the integration of weapon systems into various platforms along with the systems to manage and exploit critical mission planning and air surveillance data. The Role As an engineering placement student, you will be designing state-of-the-art Defence Systems that deliver world-class performance. Working within an agile, multi-discipline team, responsibilities cover the whole product lifecycle from requirements capture and analysis through to defining the system architecture and behaviour and onto building, testing and verifying that the solution meets the customers requirements. The role requires working with the team to optimise the design through trades, studies, analyses, modelling and simulation to produce a best-in-class competitive product. Who You Are Essential Skills & Qualifications: Studying in the penultimate year of a relevant Engineering, Scientific or Numerate degree subject (BEng / BSc minimum) Can demonstrate an understanding of basic engineering skills Some experience with simulation or design tools Demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills Ability to communicate effectively Self-motivated and able to use initiative Team working skills Values & Behaviours: Goal orientated and delivery focussed Displays innovation and self-motivation Demonstrates dedication and determination against assigned tasks The successful candidate must be a University student in their penultimate year of study able to work for Thales in the period between their penultimate and final year of study; starting by September 2025. If this sounds like you and you want to join us in building a future we can all trust, apply below and upload your CV. Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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 of the Role: The successful candidate will work as part of a team of Materials & Processes Engineers across a number of Thales Belfasts multi-discipline programmes. Use of materials testing equipment and knowledge of material selection and surface treatments are important aspects of the role, and engineers participate in all phases of the hardware development lifecycle. Principal Relationships: Reporting to the Senior Specialist Materials and Processes Engineer on a day-to-day basis and Aerodynamics, Structures and Materials Head of Discipline as Line Manager and on programmes to the Engineering Delivery Manager / Work Package Manager Working closely with Industry, Quality and Engineering Liaising with external suppliers and customer representatives Key Responsibilities and Tasks: Hardware development for weapons and weapons integration systems Quality Assurance Material Testing SubAssembly Strength Testing Material Selection Paints, Adhesives, Sealants, Polymers, Composites Surface Treatment Selection Chemical Conversion, Anodising, Electroless Nickel Failure Analysis Material Preparation, Image Analysis, Optical Microscopy Material Obsolescence Shelf Life Extension Concessions and NCRs Provide support on an as required basis to the wider Materials and Processes team Skills and Experience Essential Ability to work in a practical lab based hands-on environment Knowledge of Materials Engineering Ability to identify risks and opportunities, take ownership and act with integrity Ability to interact with suppliers Desirable Experience of Engineering and Military Standards Knowledge of Material selection and Surface Treatments Experience using Materials Testing Equipment Values & Behaviours: The successful candidate will: display innovation and self-motivation; exhibit good communication skills; possess a passion for their career choice, and be abreast of the latest developments in product development and production support be able to work efficiently within a team, and individually; be able to accommodate working in a high pressure environment; demonstrate dedication and determination in assigned tasks Additionally, the successful candidate will exhibit the following core Thales behaviours: Imagine the future Inspire to engage Deliver user-centric solutions Acts with agility Grow others and self Include others Qualifications: Essential Masters degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering Desirable PhD in aerospace or mechanical engineering 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Job Title: Diagnostician Location: Belfast To work as a diagnostician, testing assemblies on dedicated test equipment, fault diagnostics using oscilloscopes, multi-meters, bond testers etc on cables and electrical assemblies, to the quality standards demanded within the missile sub-assembly, assembly environment. You will provide a flexible, adaptable, efficient and effective service to our internal/external customers at all times. Key Responsibilities and Tasks: Testing on electrical assemblies and sub-assemblies used within Thales to ensure compliance and functionality. Setting up, calibration and routine proving of dedicated test sets and equipment. Understand and identify faults within items being tested Trace faults and error readings on items under test, using electrical test equipment and wiring diagrams Technical discussions with engineering personnel, to effectively relay information on problems and non-conformance Interact with company ERP systems to record results and non-conformance To fully adopt the principles of the 5s housekeeping standard. Participate in the Continuous Improvement activities that are ongoing within the work place with the goal of eliminating waste and reduce operating costs.(Lean) Skills: Experienced PC user MS Word & Excel in particular. Manual dexterity. Quick learner. Working within a team. Ability to work under pressure (to tight deadlines) Must be capable of working to Manufacturing Instruction and Engineering drawings Knowledge of and ability to work to the quality standards required within the missile industry Analytical thinker (fault finding) Experience in the use of oscilloscopes, multi-meters , bond testers Understanding and experience working with ESD sensitive devices and assemblies Can Do Attitude Experience: At least 3 years electronic fault diagnosis in a Production environment or similar Demonstrable ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and customer requirements Telecommunications systems knowledge, and testing skills Fault finding, and repair of looms and circuit boards down to component level Values & Behaviours: Focus on Customers Perform through teaming Innovate Develop our people What We Can Offer 4 day working week Pension Scheme 28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays) Progression and Development Opportunities 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Flexibility Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. #LI-MC1 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!

Military Operational Analyst Belfast Full time 2025-11-12 Posted Today R0293753 Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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. Military Operational Analyst Location: Belfast or Templecombe, full-time hybrid working with 3 days in the office plus travel Step into a role where your analysis drives innovation - join us in shaping the next generation of defence capabilities! What the role has to offer Shape the future of defence by aligning products with evolving customer requirements, emerging threats, and next-generation concepts Collaborate directly with end users to understand operational needs and drive meaningful change Make a tangible impact - your work influences real-world outcomes and supports national security Apply and grow your technical expertise in a role that blends cutting-edge analysis with strategic thinking Our Opportunity Are you ready to help shape the future of defence innovation? As an Operational Analyst in Early Concepts & Systems Development, you'll be at the forefront of pioneering technology - providing critical analysis at the earliest stages of concept and system design. This role is instrumental in identifying operational needs, exploring cutting-edge solutions, and assessing emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, military planners, and key stakeholders to ensure new concepts are strategically aligned, operationally viable, and built to meet tomorrow's defence challenges. If based in Belfast, you'll travel quarterly to Templecombe. If located in Templecombe, there will be monthly visits tailored to the needs of the business. Candidates who prefer to be based in Belfast may be given priority. We welcome applications from systems engineers or software engineers ready to embrace a new role. Building a Future, we can all trust. Thales Land & Air Systems (LAS) supplies systems, equipment, sensors and services for civil and military air traffic control, air defence and land combat. Integrated Airspace Protection Systems (IAS) activities are at the heart of the forces' operational priorities, and a major growth opportunity for Thales. Our activities ensure that nations maintain sovereignty over their airspace and assist the Armed Forces in safeguarding populations and infrastructure from all forms of aerial threats. What we offer you We offer a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our employees' wellbeing and professional growth, which includes: Performance related annual bonus (VCP) Pension - match like-for-like up to 7% of annual base salary Life Assurance - 2 x base salary minimum (8 x salary if part of the pension scheme) Income Protection - 50% of salary less state benefits for 5 years Annual Leave - 201 hours, bank holidays, plus 1 company day Private Medical Insurance - Couples cover Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 1:00pm 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme 24 hours paid leave for volunteering activities Access to flexible benefits and discounts - dental insurance, buying & selling annual leave, cycle to work, and many more Key Responsibilities and Tasks Collaborate with concept development teams to define operational requirements and draft CONOPS (Concept of Operations), user needs, and system performance parameters Conduct mission analysis, threat assessments, and scenario development to inform early-stage capability concepts Evaluate emerging technologies through modelling, simulation, and analysis to assess operational potential and limitations Gather and synthesize operational feedback via workshops, wargames, and expert interviews to refine concepts and ensure alignment with user needs Present analytical findings, recommendations, and risk assessments to guide investment and design decisions Monitor advancements in defence technology, adversary capabilities, and doctrine to support concept development Ensure all analytical processes adhere to defence standards, policies, and security protocols About You At Thales, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges. Essential: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field Proven analytical experience in early-stage technology or system development, ideally within defence or security Skilled in concept development, modelling, simulation, requirements analysis, and tools such as MATLAB Strong communicator, capable of translating complex technical insights into clear, actionable recommendations Experienced in collaborating with cross-disciplinary and cross-functional teams While not essential, we're especially eager to hear from people who bring these skills and qualities: Master's degree in a relevant field Experience in concept development or early-phase defence acquisition, ideally involving military end-users or innovation environments Familiarity with rapid prototyping, user-centred design, agile methodologies, and wargaming or design thinking workshops Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or other high-level languages Strong understanding of emerging defence technologies, future operational concepts, and capability development processes Ready to shape tomorrow's defence landscape? Apply now and bring your insight to where it matters most. Security Clearance Statement This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK ( #LI-VG1 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!

Network Engineering Manager Remote UK Full time 2025-11-17 Posted Yesterday R0296235 Location: Remote UK, United Kingdom Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. Together 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. Title: Network Engineering Manager Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland / Remote UK Applicants must have a valid work permit in the UK. About the company Imperva (A Thales Company) is an analyst-recognized cybersecurity leader-championing the fight to secure data and applications wherever they reside. Once deployed, our solutions proactively identify, evaluate, and eliminate current and emerging threats, so you never have to choose between innovating for your customers and protecting what matters most. Imperva-Protect the pulse of your business. Imperva was acquired by the Thales Group in 2023. About the role Imperva's Infrastructure and Cloud Operations (ICO) team's mission is to rebuild Imperva's Points of Presence (PoPs) and core infrastructure with new modern technologies. We embrace Infrastructure as code at all levels, with automation as a core requirement for all projects. Staffed with senior leadership with experience in other major players, ICO is a powerful team that knows how to deliver significant change. We are looking for a highly technical Network Engineering Manager to assume overall responsibility for designing, building and improving our global network. As an EM in the Engineering group your responsibility is to drive innovation, scale our platforms, and create operational excellence for Imperva's globally distributed network. The person in this role has the freedom to make significant decisions that will have a lasting impact on Imperva's infrastructure and how we serve our customers. We will be looking to you to improve your team's approach to solving problems, while supporting and optimizing the infrastructure programmatically. You will work closely with leadership and your team to improve the overall availability, reliability, performance, and security of the infrastructure under your management. This is a very hands-on role- you will be expected to be in the weeds with your team, working collaboratively and cross-functionally on projects and systems. You will need to develop a deep technical understanding of our systems and help grow and mentor your team of Engineers and architects. Objectives Take a critical look at our network from an internet perspective and develop a strategy to improve traffic flows across the internet and within our pops. Along with our architect's, design and build a clear road map to modernize and stabilize our network infrastructure. Develop and mentor Network Engineers to develop and grow into the roles they want to take on in the future, whether management or senior technical leadership. Work with the SRE / Observability teams to ensure we are measuring the right things and planning for improvements. Work with the Network Automation team to build better a faster automation for network changes and traffic management. As we develop our configurations and improve our network ensure the percentage of configurations managed by code is growing. Monitor and ensure that reliability & quality are constantly improving, using automation and best practices to reduce the time to production for new services. Engage constructively and proactively with our Product Engineering and Product Management teams, ensuring that we have buy-in and alignment in our new infrastructure designs. Partner with our Global Service Deliver Team (Network operations Engineers & Network Operations Center) to ensure we are all working to the same goals. Responsibilities Work collaboratively with leadership and your team to plan monthly and quarterly workload to ensure that everyone is aligned on their projects and priorities. Work with the Imperva PMO to plan and execute programs of work. Ensure that we are following and developing best practices. Ensure the team are delivering high quality engineering. Work cross-functionally to troubleshoot and resolve business and project affecting issues. Respond to escalations, help with incident response, RCAs, and provide management of and follow-up from postmortems. Establish and report on metrics for data-driven decisions to help increase availability, reliability, and velocity. Qualifications At least 7 years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in a significant web infrastructure. Significant experience running global networks with BGP and anycast routing. Expert level knowledge of network protocols. Experience analyzing, building and using network telemetry. We continue to push an Infrastructure as code and automation first mindset so experience with software engineering best practices/standards is necessary. Working knowledge and experience of Agile software development methodologies. Outstanding collaboration and communication ability, and documentation skills with a proven ability to work cross-functionally. BS/MS in computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent experience. Experience with DevOps principles and concepts such as Infrastructure as Code (Ansible/Saltstack), CI/CD (Gitlab, Jenkins, Git), monitoring and visualization (Prometheus, Grafana) are a significant bonus. Experience with Python and Go would be a plus. Experience managing a team of globally diverse Engineers, with a broad spectrum of experience. #LI-VJ1 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!

Solutions Architect BELFAST ARNOTT HOUSE Full time 2025-11-11 Posted Today R0288338 Location: BELFAST ARNOTT HOUSE, United Kingdom Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure. Together 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. Title: Solution Architect Location: Belfast (Hybrid model) / Remote UK Imperva, A Thales Company is a leading cybersecurity provider delivering best-in-class solutions to protect data and all paths to it! Why Imperva, A Thales Company? 6,200 customers and 500 partners in 100+ countries worldwide. The leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Web Application Firewalls for 5 straight years. The leader in the Forrester Wave for DDoS Mitigation Services, highest scoring for "current offering" and "strategy". Our market is growing and Imperva is leading the charge. We're actively seeking the right people to help us reach the pinnacle of performance. Are you ready for an exceptional challenge, where and what you deliver can really make a difference? If so, let's connect now. Job Description: We are seeking a Solution Architect with extensive experience in both technology and cyber security to be a trusted technical advisor to advance the adoption and value delivery of Thales's world-class cyber security products. The Principal Solution Architect serves a critical function within the organization by ensuring ongoing and ever-improving customer return-on-investment at scale. You will be responsible for meeting with customers at the various phases of product deployments as well as collaborating with other teams to ensure products are architected, deployed and configured in a manner to deliver maximum value throughout the customer journey. The Principal Solution Architect will also work to understand at a macro-level how customers are leveraging Imperva's product offerings, identify new emerging business and technical trends, and work closely with Product Management (PM) and Product Development (PD) to ensure the strategic product roadmaps align with evolving customer requirements and expectations. Key Areas of Responsibility: Drive product adoption, expansion, and customer engagement through webinars, digital content, and cohort engagement approaches (e.g., workshops, office hours, etc.). Collaborate across teams to drive effective customer programs. Partner with the CSMs to accelerate time to value and increase feature adoption thereby accelerating the customer life cycle journey to enable expansions more quickly and successfully. Contribute to the creation of content for the Digital CSM organization, Community, and other value-added collateral that can be shared with our customers at scale. Liaise with Product Management and Product Engineering teams to ensure a closed loop feedback model. Partner with services team members for health checks and value assessments. Build engagement playbooks and reach out to customers with a relentless focus on quick solutions and positive outcomes. Contribute and execute on Get Our Act Together (GOAT) plans for at-risk customers. Organize product-centric office hours where customers can become more familiar with the product and how to leverage it correctly. Responsible for conducting periodic customer health-checks Prepare and educate customers on new features and releases Identify renewal risk and collaborate with internal teams to remediate and ensure a successful renewal. Minimum Requirements: 10+ years technology experience. Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and project management skills. Demonstrated facilitation, collaboration and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders leading to "trusted advisor status". Demonstrated competency in the ability to translate customer/business requirements into business solutions. Demonstrated understanding of the 360 customer experience, including but not limited to client business drivers and client value attainment (ROI/TCO). Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, application deployment processes, and automation (APIs). Strong knowledge of cloud architecture as well as the IT landscape. Proficient with at least one the following cloud service providers (AWS, GCP, Azure). Proven track record and demonstrable skills at presenting technical information at the business executive level or at the architect level. Ability to position, discuss and debate solution validation, using objection-handling skills. Proficient with and understanding the foundation concepts of data protection (key management and encryption). Highly motivated with the ability to work independently to successfully drive projects. Ability to travel to customer as needed. Applicants must have a valid work permit in the UK. #LI-VJ1 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Manufacturing Material Planner Placement student Belfast ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES To plan the material requirements and manufacturing workflow in support of the Companys production schedules. To provide KPIs to help drive manufacturing efficiency and continual improvements. Main duties and responsibilities include: Assisting in the continued development of manufacturing planning and execution systems. Development and compilation of manufacturing KPIs in support of manufacturing improvements. Analysis of manufacturing activities in terms of adherence to schedules and performance against targets. Maintenance and management of parts supply through manufacturing systems. Providing training and support to manufacturing staff on manufacturing systems. Providing planning support to Work and Material Planning function. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Applicants should be educated to degree level - preferably in Business Management, Information Technology, Manufacturing or Engineering. Experience Knowledge of Manufacturing Systems and an understanding of the principles of Material Planning are desirable. Work experience in FMCG industry would be beneficial however not essential. A high degree of Information Technology knowledge and skill (Excel, Access, MS Word, MS Outlook) is desirable. Personal Attributes The candidate must be able to demonstrate a high degree of interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment. They must be able to follow projects and tasks through to completion. They must maintain a high standard of accuracy often under pressure to meet deadlines. They should be enthusiastic and motivated in their attitude to work. They should be confident to use their initiative with an innovative approach to problem solving. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Working 37 hours per week, the jobholder will be required to work overtime, often at short notice. Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FT1 who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. 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!

Tactical Buyer Belfast Full time 2025-11-27 Posted Today R0292609 Location: Belfast, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together 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. Location: Belfast Term: Permanent We're looking for a Tactical Buyer to support our Integrated Airspace-protection Systems business unit (IAS) in Belfast. This is an exciting opportunity with responsibility for ensuring that the materials Thales procures are of the required specification, giving consideration to quality, delivery, price and other contractual conditions. As a Tactical Buyer you will be responsible for a personal purchasing budget of up to £1M equating to the management of approximately 400 purchase parts and will have authority to negotiate and approve individual Purchase Orders (PO) and sub-contracts up to £15,000. You will be required to support the negotiation, financial and contractual control of purchases and the implementation of the systems and processes required to successfully manage them. The ideal candidate will be an experienced manufacturing buyer with working knowledge of ERP systems and demonstrable experience of influencing and negotiating. Key responsibilities and Accountabilities: Generate and issue Purchase Orders (POs) utilising the Thales ERP and procurement systems Sign and approve purchase orders within Delegation of Authority Limits Coordinate all invoice and account queries relating to purchase orders to assist the orderly flow of cash Negotiate purchase pricing and terms and conditions Support the assessment and appraisal of new and existing suppliers Work with wider global Thales Procurement community to ensure the best Procurement solution is found for material requirements. Issue 'Request for Quotations' (RFQs) in support of Programme and Bid requirements Interface with relevant internal functions and stakeholders to ensure requirements are met. Determine and manage the export control status of incoming material Support the preparation and management of business reviews with relevant suppliers Capture, develop and improve supplier performance Comply with Thales processes within the procurement function Technical Skills and Experience: Experience in a Manufacturing Buyer role or other relevant purchasing experience Experience of using an ERP system General commercial knowledge Knowledge of Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word and Excel is essential Ability to demonstrate influencing and negotiation skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the business MCIPS or equivalent qualifications is desirable but a commitment to work towards MCIPs is essential #LI-SW1 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!

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together 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 thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. Job title: Materials Planner Location : Belfast Type: Permanent (You will work a 4 day week; Mon Thurs) An immediate and exciting vacancy for a Materials Planner to work in a high tech and fast moving manufacturing environment. An ideal role for someone already in a Material / Manufacturing Planner role or possibly a graduate in Business Management, Information Technology, Manufacturing or Engineering. Our Opportunity As Materials Planner you will plan the material requirements and manufacturing workflow in support of the Companys production schedules. To provide KPIs to help drive manufacturing efficiency and continual improvements. Main duties and responsibilities include: Assisting in the continued development of manufacturing planning and execution systems. Development and compilation of manufacturing KPIs in support of manufacturing improvements. Analysis of manufacturing activities in terms of adherence to schedules and performance against targets. Maintenance and management of parts supply through manufacturing systems. Providing training and support to manufacturing staff on manufacturing systems. Providing planning support to Work and Material Planning function. About You Applicants should be educated to degree level - preferably in Business Management, Information Technology, Manufacturing or Engineering or a proven background as a Material / Manufacturing Planner. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate a high degree of interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment. They must be able to follow projects and tasks through to completion. They must maintain a high standard of accuracy often under pressure to meet deadlines. They should be enthusiastic and motivated in their attitude to work. They should be confident to use their initiative with an innovative approach to problem solving. Knowledge of Manufacturing Systems and an understanding of the principles of Material Planning are desirable. Experience using ERP systems or similar What We Can Offer We are committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you will have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation. Flexibility Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats 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. If you are interested in this role, we would encourage you to have informal chat with the Talent Acquisition Partner. Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. #LI-MC1 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!