Technical Project Manager / Engineering Delivery Manager (m / w / d)

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

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Thales in Switzerland is part of a leading global technology company in the fields of defense and security, training and simulation, space and digital identity and security. In a world full of uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners and employees can break new ground with confidence and security. For a future we can all trust.

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Technical Project Manager / Engineering Delivery Manager (m / w / d)

at our Bern site #LI-HYBRID

In Bern, you can expect training and simulation solutions for armed forces on land, at sea and in the air, for police authorities and for helicopter operators worldwide. This is the right place for you if you want to work with us to develop and shape live and virtual training systems. Become part of the Thales team of experts at one of the leading providers of training & simulation in Europe.

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Your Mission

The Technical Project Manager / Engineering Delivery Manager is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of Engineering products and technical projects. This role bridges engineering, product management, and business stakeholders to drive execution, align priorities, and deliver high-quality solutions on time. The Delivery Manager will oversee engineering teams, optimize processes, manage dependencies, and remove blockers to enable predictable and efficient delivery

Delivery Management

Own and manage the end-to-end delivery of engineering projects, ensuring scope, timelines, and quality are met

Define delivery roadmaps in partnership with Product and Engineering leadership

Track progress, manage risks, and proactively address issues to keep delivery on track

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Partner with engineering leads to balance technical debt, new feature development, and operational priorities

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across engineering, product, QA and design

Mentor, coach, and support engineering team members in agile delivery best practices

Process & Continuous Improvement

improve team efficiency

Drive process improvements that enhance delivery predictability and reduce bottlenecks

Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning

Stakeholder Management

Communicate delivery status, risks, and dependencies clearly to leadership and stakeholders

Translate business needs into actionable delivery plans with clear priorities

Serve as the primary point of contact for delivery-related queries and escalations

We look forward to

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

6+ years of experience in engineering, technical program management, or delivery management roles

Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects in an agile environment

Strong knowledge of development lifecycles, agile methodologies, and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps)

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive outcomes in fast-paced environments

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When the time is right for change, our international teams are here to tackle the complexity of today with the industry-leading technologies of tomorrow. Are you in? Your contact Lisa Ungemach is looking forward to receiving your online application via our career portal.

Lisa Ungemach #LI-LU1

Talent Acquisition Partner

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!