Technical Project Manager/ Engineering Delivery Manager

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.

We say HI* ̶ Welcome to our Thales Team

• Human Intelligence

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.

Say HI* – to your career as

Technical Project Manager/ Engineering Delivery Manager
(m/w/d)
at our Bern site

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.

We look forward to meeting you

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

Say HI* - Your way to us
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

Talent Acquisition Partner

• Human Intelligence

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