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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Electro-Optical Technologies Expert

Hardware Systems IntegrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeÉlancourt, FranceNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • Engineering education or a doctorate in optics.
  • More than 8 years of experience designing infrared or silicon detectors.
  • Knowledge of microelectronics and optoelectronics.
  • Responsibility for delivering results, clear communication to explain challenges, and active listening to support cross-functional work.
  • The selected candidate must undergo a security-clearance procedure because the role may require access to classified national-defense information.

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement long-term (TISP) and short-term (MYB) technology strategy aligned with product ambitions.
  • Lead an activity plan to strengthen the maturity and competitiveness of technologies for future products.
  • Provide expertise to business-line entities during development and production phases.
  • Identify and industrialize differentiating technological innovations to accelerate innovation and generate business impact.
  • Identify and address technical gaps by working with laboratories and participating in conferences.
  • Review and suggest changes to Research Tax Credit forms prepared by engineers responsible for research and technology studies.
  • Liaise between the technical directorate and another company entity by participating in its executive committee and monitoring its SFRDs.
  • Potentially serve as Design Authority or as an architect for a product line.
  • Represent Thales in national and European organizations to prepare future products and technologies.

About the Company

Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Thales designs and delivers critical technology for aerospace, defense, and digital security. Its products include electronics, software, and data-security systems that power air travel, payments, and modern military platforms, by integrating hardware and software to build systems such as avionics, radar, cybersecurity, and secure communications that collect sensor data and protect networks. It stands out through deep industrial experience, end-to-end solutions across defense, aerospace, and cybersecurity, and a focus on AI and quantum tech, aided by strategic acquisitions and partial state ownership. Its goal is to provide reliable, secure, and connected technologies that support national security, public safety, and everyday life by solving complex security and connectivity challenges.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Meudon, France
Founded
1893

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