Location: Crawley, United Kingdom

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Title : Applications Engineer
Location : Role can be based at any Thales UK site

Primary Purpose of the Role:

The Applications Engineer will be part of the Enterprise Applications Squad, and is responsible for the installation, maintenance, support, and optimisation of business applications. This role involves lifecycle management, troubleshooting issues, working closely with end-users, and collaborating with development teams to ensure seamless application performance.

The role reports directly to the Applications LBPL, with cross-functional responsibilities to members of the Applications Management Leadership Team, the IS Project Management Group and senior Business Sponsors. 

Service Offers:

Project Management and Solution delivery for Enterprise ApplicationsFunctional Consulting Services for Enterprise ApplicationsApplication Support Services for Enterprise ApplicationsLifecycle Management Services for Enterprise Applications

Principal Relationships (beyond the UK IS team):

Application Vendors and 3rd Party Support ManagementGroup ISBusiness Stakeholders – Business Service owners

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

Working individually and as part of a wider team to implement, test, deploy, and support solutions for enterprise applications.Working closely with key customer stakeholders to understand current business process, issues and challengesFollowing full project lifecycle requirements, develop a solution, perform quality assurance testing, and track progress to meet deadlines for internal projects.Supporting the upgrade and deployment of applications across the Thales platform.Manage / provide input into small projects (potentially delivered by external parties)Support infrastructure design, system upgrades and customisations, work flow creation, and while working with the Apps team to develop solutions to meet business objectives.Interfacing with both business and other IT functions supporting the development of business and functional requirements, status updates, enhancements, deployments, and go-live support.Implementing solutions within multiple architectural environments including Linux, Windows, Apache, SQL Server and Oracle Database, etc.Developing documentation for software and customisations including user guides, installation guides, and end user work instructions.Learning new technologies and work alongside our experienced Consultants and Project Managers for hands-on learning.Leveraging your creativity to take initiative to propose alternative solutions.

Skills/Experience

Essential

Experience of installing, configuring and supporting applications and tools for enterpriseServer administration on Windows/LinuxConfiguring web technologies e.g. NGINX, IIS, IBM Websphere or ApacheUnderstanding of networks e.g. HTTPS, DNS, TCP/IP, DHCP, LDAPS, SMTPS, firewalls & load balancingSystem security e.g. vulnerability management, SSL certificate renewal, application hardening/code review, application risk reviews, penetration testing, application patching and alert monitoringWriting concise technical documentation including illustrations of system architectureExperience using service management and agile collaboration tools e.g. ServiceNOW, Jira, Confluence etc.At least 5 years’ experience in the IT Industry (preferably within an Engineering Company)

Desirable

Familiarity with containerisation technologies e.g. Kubernetes, Docker or PodmanUnderstanding of SaaS applicationsScripting in e.g. Python, Ruby, Javascript, Java, C#, SQL or PostgreSQLFamiliarity with ERP & PLM systemsKnowledge of agile methodologiesUnderstanding of APIs technologies: REST/ SOAP, Kong & Apigee, Postman or GraphQL3 years’ experience in an equivalent role

Soft Skills

Ability to understand and translate business requirements into technical solutionsEfficiency in diagnosing and resolving software, system, and application issuesCommunicating effectively with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholdersAbility to learn and adapt to new tools and technologiesWorking collaboratively within cross-functional teams

Values & Behaviours:

Focus on CustomersPerform through teamingInnovateDevelop our peopleStakeholder EngagementAmbition and Accountability

Financial / Budgetary Responsibility:

Nil

Qualifications:

Essential

Degree/HND or an equivalent in a relevant IT subject

Desirable

Any related IS certifications/qualifications/training

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In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

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Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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