Senior Project Manager (f/m/d) Main Ground Combat System (MGCS)

Senior Project Manager (f/m/d) Main Ground Combat System (MGCS)

Apply via hybrid or remote work options. Location: Cologne, Germany. Full-time position posted 9 days ago. Job requisition ID: R0285092.

Thales in Germany is part of an internationally leading technology group operating in Defence, Aerospace, Space, and Cyber & Digital sectors. We are committed to enabling our customers, partners, and employees to pursue new paths with confidence, fostering a future we can all trust.

Position Overview

Become part of a multinational team developing the future cross-platform combat system, strengthening European defence cooperation. The MGCS (Main Ground Combat System) is a Franco-German armaments program aiming to replace Leopard 2 and Leclerc tanks with a high-tech ground combat system by 2040. The program aims to bolster European NATO capabilities, enhance Franco-German technological collaboration, and consolidate European land systems industry.

Your Responsibilities

1. Drive project success by securing contractual commitments concerning costs, quality, deadlines, and financial forecasts.
2. Ensure thorough project structuring, overseeing budgets, organization, and planning.
3. Act as the primary liaison to JV partners, fostering strong relationships to ensure success and customer satisfaction.
4. Lead and motivate your team with innovative and challenging engagement strategies.
5. Coordinate with internal contractors, partners, and subcontractors for effective collaboration.
6. Manage risks and opportunities strategically, proactively mitigating risks and leveraging emerging opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Technical background with at least 10 years of experience managing complex projects or programs, preferably in defense.
• Experience in international project management, working across multiple GBUs and partners in complex environments.
• Familiarity with multicultural work settings.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with a track record of meeting project commitments.
• Proven leadership skills, organized, with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging and developing teams through challenging situations.

Join Us

At times of change, our international teams are ready to meet today’s complexities with tomorrow’s industry-leading technologies. Interested in joining us? Contact Christian Frey, Head of Talent Acquisition, via our Career portal.

Phone: +49 174 173 73 61

About Thales

The Group invests over €4 billion annually in Research & Development, focusing on critical areas such as AI, cybersecurity, quantum, and cloud technologies. In 2024, Thales generated €20.6 billion in sales, employing over 83,000 people across 68 countries. We foster diversity and sustainable, value-driven management to support innovation and inclusion.

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