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Technical Director

Shape the Future of Underwater Defense – Join kta Naval Systems as Technical Director

kta Naval Systems is a joint venture company owned by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KDA), TKMS and TKMS ATLAS ELEKTRONIK. kta Naval Systems is the exclusive supplier and Design Authority for the complete Combat Systems to TKMS.

kta Naval Systems has its headquarters in Kongsberg, Norway and a branch office in Bremen, Germany.

We are now recruiting Technical Director to shape the future of submarines with its product family of Combat Systems ORCCA.

 

YOU WILL:

  • Lead and further develop a strong engineering community within complex systems
  • Define and lead towards goals and performance with a result-oriented mindset
  • Recruit, onboard, and mentor new talent
  • Take ownership of improvement initiatives and daily operations
  • Play a key role in our management team and contribute to the company´s strategic direction
  • Identify areas for improvement and define goals

YOU BRING:

  • A technical degree and experience from complex engineering systems
  • Interest, knowledge, or experience in submarine combat systems or subsystems
  • Strong leadership skills and a passion for developing people and teams
  • Previous experience as a team or group leader is an advantage
  • A growth mindset with motivation to learn and evolve as a leader
  • Excellent communications and collaboration skills
  • A proactive and goal-oriented approach – with people always in focus

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A central role in designing the future Combat System for market-leading submarines
  • Build and influence a growing high-tech company
  • Close collaboration with highly dedicated and skilled colleagues across cultures
  • A central leadership role with influence and the chance to shape a company
  • Competitive salary and benefits including employee share program and employee-supported pension plan. 

 

 

This is not just a leadership role – it is a rare opportunity to influence the next generation of defense technology on a global scale. We are looking for someone who will not only lead, but also inspire, create and leave a mark.

 

Attention: Candidates have to be eligible for a Norwegian security clearance!