Business Development senior advisor

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Present in Japan since 1970, Thales promotes technological innovation and is an active and recognised partner for the development of Japanese infrastructure. Our strategy focuses on strengthening local partnerships and collaborating with key Japanese industrial players to address global needs as we continuously establish a dynamic and skilled workforce.

Core Qualifications

• Military Background: Retired Senior Officer from the Japan Self-Defense Forces (Colonel, Major General, or Lieutenant General equivalent), ideally with a distinguished career within the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF).
• Active High-Level Network: Proven, current, and active professional relationships with high-ranking officers, decision-makers, and key stakeholders within the JMoD and JASDF.
• Procurement Expertise: Deep, firsthand understanding of the JMoD procurement system, budgeting cycles, and operational requirement definition processes.
• Japanese: Native fluency with the highest level of professional protocol and etiquette required for senior government interaction.
• English: Business communication skills (written and spoken) to effectively collaborate, negotiate, and present to international Thales executives and global technical teams.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.