System Analysis Engineer; SAE

Position: System Analysis Engineer (SAE)
Company Overview
Thales is a leading high‑tech employer in safety and security, with 68,000 talents in 54 countries and 2,000 employees in the Netherlands. We design and deliver high‑tech solutions across transportation, defence, aerospace and cyberspace, supporting clients with AI, data analytics, connectivity and cybersecurity.

Location
Hengelo, Netherlands

Team and Responsibilities

Conducting cutting‑edge scientific and technical studies that impact real‑world defence operations.

Collaborating closely with sales teams by analysing operational scenarios and tailoring insights for our customers.

Innovating and evolving concepts for both new and existing products.

Developing and refining algorithms integral to product functionality.

Defining clear and actionable requirements for new product development.

Validating performance metrics through rigorous sea trials.

About the Role
You will focus on simulating and evaluating the operational performance of defence products and integrated combat mission systems. You will develop a custom simulation framework and create models representing radars, optronic sensors, command and control systems, defence platforms, and potential threats, with ongoing support for multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Qualifications

Relevant technical degree in electronics engineering, physics, mathematics, aerospace engineering, or similar.

Practical experience or interdisciplinary perspective, including projects or cross‑functional collaboration.

Clear communication and ability to thrive in diverse multidisciplinary teams.

Solution‑oriented mindset paired with strong analytical thinking.

Ability to navigate complex system engineering designs, abstract concepts, and translate them into effective models and analyses.

Programming skills in one or more software environments.

Capability to convert customer and operational requirements into clear technical specifications.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to explain technical details in an accessible way while managing expectations.

Open to occasional international travel.

Dutch nationality is required.

Security screening (AIVD‑B) mandatory.

Fluent in Dutch and English.

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with electromagnetic wave propagation, control engineering, or simulation standards such as HLA/DIS.

Experience with programming languages such as Matlab/Simulink, Java, C/C++, Python, Fortran.

Comfort working in Linux environments.

Experience with distributed simulations.

Benefits and Working Conditions

Challenging work in a high‑tech environment with initiative freedom.

Room for personal and professional growth across technical, commercial and international domains.

International collaboration with colleagues from 68 countries.

Modern workspace with flexibility and a balanced work‑life environment.

Option to work from home at least two days a week when role permits.

Competitive salary, travel allowance, and personalized employment conditions (e.g., PTO trade‑in, internet costs, fitness, relocation).

40 days paid time off per year.

Equal Opportunity Statement
We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Equality, inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. We offer flexibility including part‑time hours, job sharing, remote working and flexible start and finish times.

Security Requirements
In line with Thales baseline security requirements, candidates must provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the Netherlands, employment and/or education history. Security clearance is required and may require additional evidence.

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