ECC Systems Engineer, France

Thales

. Define and recommend architectures at the relevant level to meet stakeholder expectations, in accordance with standards, reuse policies, the technology roadmap, and corporate strategy .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeToulouse • FranceMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems architecture and engineering, with a strong focus on stakeholder alignment, technical documentation, and the integration of Agile methodologies. Proven leadership abilities to foster collaboration and develop team capabilities while managing complex project specifications and performance assessments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Systems ArchitectureSystems EngineeringIntegration, Verification, Validation, and Qualification (IVVQ)Agile MethodsLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Architecture JustificationProduct Breakdown StructureSystem Design DocumentSpecification DefinitionPerformance Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPersuasive SkillsCustomer EngagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Concept ToolsDesign ToolsExperimentation ToolsSimulation ToolsModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree (Bac+5)Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Stakeholder ExpectationsTechnology RoadmapCorporate StrategyCo-Engineering ApproachThales Group Engineering Best Practices

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and recommend architectures at the relevant level to meet stakeholder expectations, in accordance with standards, reuse policies, the technology roadmap, and corporate strategy
Align stakeholder expectations with technical and technological solutions, costs, risks, and timelines
Prepare the associated documentation: architecture justification, product breakdown structure, and system/segment design document
Validate internal or external lower-level characteristics
Support the solution development cycle and define the co-engineering approach
Manage the definition of specifications, the assessment of performance and critical parameters, the definition of interfaces, and technical negotiations among stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Participate in the various ECCF Learning Moments to help disseminate Thales Group engineering best practices
Join a systems engineering team within one of Thales’ GBUs, based in Toulouse or Bordeaux

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree (Bac+5) from an engineering school or equivalent
Strong experience in systems architecture and systems engineering
Leadership skills and the ability to engage and develop a team by fostering collaboration and stimulating approaches
A strong sense of responsibility, persuasive skills, customer engagement, and excellent interpersonal skills
Familiarity with Concept, Design, Experimentation, and Simulation tools
Familiarity with modeling tools, such as MBSE
Experience with Integration, Verification, Validation, and Qualification (IVVQ), as well as Agile methods
As the position may involve access to information classified as a national defense secret, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance process

Benefits

Comp & perks

An attractive compensation package
Continuous skills development through training programs, academies, and internal communities
An inclusive, supportive environment that respects employees’ work-life balance
A recognized commitment to social and environmental responsibility