Combat Specialist (Medior/Junior)

Damen; Gorinchem; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels is seeking a Combat System Specialist to lead design, integration, verification, maintenance and refits of combat systems on naval and specialized vessels. You will ensure compliance with requirements, Damen standards and HSSEQ procedures while coordinating with engineers, suppliers and project stakeholders.

The role demands strong knowledge of combat systems, engineering concepts and willingness to travel or work abroad when required, with fluency in Dutch

Qualifications

• Technical education at EQF level 4 with 7–10 years’ experience.
• Solid knowledge of combat systems and engineering concepts.
• Experience in complex project environments and with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve basic and detailed Combat Systems packages.
• Support proposal, engineering, production, subcontractor and supplier activities.
• Execute Combat Systems integration activities and ensure compliance with requirements, Damen standards and HSSEQ procedures.
• Coordinate project activities related to subcontractor deliverables and obligations.
• Participate in contractual milestones, tests and trials such as FAT, HAT and SAT.
• Support warranty-related technical issues and interface definition, establishment and validation.
• Contribute to process improvement and knowledge sharing within the department.

Skills

Combat systems knowledge

Dutch & English proficiency

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Engineering concepts

Education

EQF level 4 technical education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree (relevant)

Job description

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Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels (OSV) designs and delivers complex maritime projects for markets such as defense & security, offshore, public transport and dredging. From commercial phase to delivery and warranty, we work in an international, multidisciplinary environment with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, shipyards and customers.

For our product group Defense & Security, we are looking for a Combat System Specialist.

THE ROLE

As a Combat System Specialist, you are responsible for technical activities related to the design, integration, verification, maintenance and refits of combat systems, including above-water and underwater sensors, weapon systems and C2 systems.

You ensure these systems are integrated into complex naval and specialized vessels in line with requirements, engineering standards and HSSEQ guidelines. You work with technical leads, specialists, subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering output within agreed time, quality and cost limits.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Your main tasks include:

• Review and improve basic and detailed Combat Systems packages.
• Support proposal, engineering, production, subcontractor and supplier activities.
• Execute Combat Systems integration activities and ensure compliance with requirements, Damen standards and HSSEQ procedures.
• Coordinate project activities related to subcontractor deliverables and obligations.
• Participate in contractual milestones, tests and trials such as FAT, HAT and SAT.
• Support warranty-related technical issues and interface definition, establishment and validation.
• Contribute to process improvement and knowledge sharing within the department.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

You bring:

• Technical education at EQF level 4 with 7–10 years’ experience, a Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years’ experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Solid knowledge of combat systems and engineering concepts.
• Experience with engineering and subcontract management of complex systems, preferably combat systems.
• Experience in complex project environments and communication with engineers, suppliers, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Good command of Dutch and English, written and verbal.
• Willingness to travel or work abroad when required.

COMPETENCIES

You are customer-oriented, quality-driven and results-focused. You work well in a team, organize your own work effectively, take initiative and communicate clearly with different stakeholders.

You are creative in solving technical challenges, maintain high standards and adapt easily when priorities change.