Configuration Manager

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More than 85,000 colleagues worldwide work at Thales every day to make the world a safer place. In the Netherlands, Thales employs around 2,500 people, approximately 250 of whom work at Thales Huizen. Here, we hold a leading position in critical radio and network communications, as well as Command & Control systems for both defense applications and civilian organizations.

At Thales Huizen, we deliver advanced, reliable network and security solutions under the name "SOTAS" to customers worldwide. Our systems ensure optimal communication even under the most extreme conditions, enabling critical decision-making. Installation in vehicles and customer support are also handled from Thales Huizen.

With more than 100 engineers, we create valuable information daily that forms the framework for building and maintaining our products. This knowledge is invaluable, and it is your responsibility to ensure that this information is carefully documented, kept up to date, and accessible to our employees and partners. This is crucial for our support organization, especially in situations where materials are no longer available and components must be redesigned. We use a modern system called Windchill, which helps us manage the complexity of our projects effectively.

We are currently looking for a Configuration Manager

• You will support engineers in correctly recording data through training and daily guidance.

• You will assist with the configuration and setup of the tool (Windchill).

• You will ensure that changes are processed properly.

• You will propose improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

We are looking for a new colleague who meets the following profile:

• You hold an MBO diploma or equivalent.

• You have previous experience in an industrial company, preferably as a product supplier.

• You value structure and clarity.

• You have proven technical affinity; you will work with software and electronics specialists, and it's important that you can quickly identify what’s relevant without needing to understand everything in detail.

• You have a broad knowledge base, operating at the intersection of product development, procurement, and production. It’s essential that you understand what matters across departments.

• You are a strong communicator in fluent Dutch and English, making it easy to collaborate across various teams within the organization.

Wherever your passion lies, Thales can help you make the best use of your skills and creativity. As a contractor at Thales, you can expect to experience:

• An interesting job within a team of experts in an international high-tech environment.

• Room for and attention to personal development and personal initiative.

• The opportunity to grow within the organization, whether in a technical, managerial, commercial or international capacity.

• A flexible work environment with a focus on maintaining a good work-life balance.

Thales offers untold opportunities to take part in fascinating projects and overcome ambitious human and technological challenges. As a contractor, you’ll be part of a community of experts bringing together innovations from the bottom of the oceans to the depths of space and cyberspace. Collaborating to find solutions to the biggest challenges in the most difficult conditions.

Drawing on a diversity of expertise, perspectives and cultures, we are able to provide the best possible solutions to our customers. Together, we can harness the extraordinary power of technology to build a future we can all trust.

Randstad, as the EMEA Thales talent acquisition partner, is responsible for finding and contracting talent for the contingent roles at Thales. If you are selected for a role you will be engaged or employed by one of the Randstad recruitment companies in EMEA and will not be an employee of Thales.

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This position offers a one-year contract with the opportunity to transition to a permanent contract at Thales Nederland after the first year.

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