Combat Specialist (Senior)

790 Damen Shipbuilding & Cooperation B.V.; Gorinchem; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-based salary

Vacation days: 27 + ADV 13

Damen Academy

Pension scheme

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels is seeking a Combat System Specialist to lead design, integration, verification and maintenance of combat systems on naval and specialised vessels. You will collaborate with technical leads, subcontractors and customers to ensure high-quality engineering output within time and cost constraints.

The role requires strong knowledge of combat systems, engineering principles, and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Technical education at EQF level 4 with 7–10 years’ experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years’ experience, or Master’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Solid knowledge of combat systems and engineering concepts.
• Experience in engineering and subcontract management of complex 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.

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

Engineering concepts

Subcontract management

Project stakeholder communication

Dutch and English

Willingness to travel

Education

EQF level 4 technical education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

ABOUT US

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family. Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels (OSV) designs and delivers complex maritime projects for markets such as defence & 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 Defence & Security, we are looking for a Combat System Specialist.

We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We offer you a world of possibilities.

Working at Damen means contributing to the highest quality in shipbuilding, with an eye to the future and future generations. We want to make the world a better place by becoming the most sustainable maritime solution provider. For that, we need you. Become part of our family. We are Damen. We’re a family company that has been building ships for almost 100 years. However, our focus is not on the past, however – we’re looking forward. Our ambition is to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider there is. To achieve this, we combine digital technology with our philosophy of standardised shipbuilding to offer a portfolio of services that takes care of vessels throughout the entire lifecycle. Active in more than 100 countries, with over 30 shipyards, we are internationally renowned for quality. And we are still growing, still innovating. Which means we will continue to challenge you. You will never stop learning, and you will never get bored – we promise you that. We offer you an ocean of possibilities. Join our family.

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 specialised 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

• 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, organise 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Damen, we invest today in the future of tomorrow- and we do this together. That’s why we continuously invest in your development, both professionally and personally, so that we keep learning and growing together. Damen offers (for a full-time position):

• A salary in line with the market and our collective labour agreement Metalektro. The exact salary will depend on your knowledge and experience.


• A dynamic international working environment focused on technology and innovation; At least 27 vacation days and 13 additional ADV days;


• A strong focus on professional and personal development, among others through our Damen Academy;


• An active social network with events and sports activities within the Damen Group;


• Participation in a pension scheme;


• Travel expense reimbursement for commuting between home and work.

Why join Damen Offshore and Specialized Vessels?

At Damen, you’ll have the opportunity to develop yourself in an international, dynamic work environment. We offer a workplace where innovation, teamwork, and personal growth are at the forefront. Together, we’re shaping the future of the maritime industry!