We say HI* 

*Human Intelligence – Welcome with Team Thales!  

Thales in Germany is part of an internationally leading technology group in the defence and security, aerospace as well as digital identity and security markets. In a world characterised by uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners and employees can pursue new paths with confidence. For a future we can all trust.  

Say HI* – to your career as 

Program Manager (f/m/d) – R0311812

At the site Munich

In Munich you will encounter solutions related to digital transformation using cloud, data and software. This is the right place for you if you want to help us making digital services, identities and transactions secure and reliable. Join the Thales expert team which ensures as global market leader in digital security that billions of people worldwide can use trusted digital services. We are happy to have you on board!  

Your mission 

• Lead integrated, distributed, and cross-functional teams in the planning, alignment, and execution of the development and delivery of high-risk, highly complex programs across the full product lifecycle

• Ensure coordinated execution and the delivery of products that meet defined requirements and adhere to the highest quality standards

• Serve as the primary liaison across all departments, with responsibility for proactive risk management and effective mitigation strategies

• Identify and recommend alternative solutions to resolve conflicts, constraints, and competing priorities

• Act as the primary interface for stakeholders, providing regular progress reports and clear briefings on overall program status

• Support and contribute to related initiatives aimed at improving overall team performance and business outcomes, as required

We are looking forward to

• University degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a comparable field, combined with proven experience in program and/or project management, including risk management in complex environments
• Strong technical foundation with a solid understanding of project management methodologies and end-to-end development lifecycles; certifications in Project, Program, Risk Management and/or Agile methodologies (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, Scrum) are highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to plan, structure, and execute programs effectively, with a high level of attention to detail and the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and environments.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory; German language skills are considered a strong advantage
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interact confidently and effectively across all organizational levels
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to facilitate collaboration, mediate conflicts, and work independently with minimal supervision

The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies.

In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion.

For our more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries we open up visionary perspectives, realise individual career paths and enable creative freedom. This is achieved with courage, versatility and the firm intention to make the demanding challenges of our time safer and more inclusive. With our sustainable value-focused management we support diversity actively.

Say HI* – Your journey to us

At times of change our international teams are ready to meet the complexity of today with the industry-leading technologies of tomorrow. Will you be part of it? Your Talent Acquisition contact Melanie Brunnenkan is looking forward to your online application on our Career portal

Melanie Brunnenkan

+49 731 40729 746

*Human Intelligence