Combat Specialist (Senior)

Damen; Gorinchem; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels is seeking a Combat System Specialist to lead the design, integration and testing of onboard combat and C2 systems for naval vessels. You will coordinate with engineers, suppliers and project stakeholders to ensure delivery within time, budget and quality standards.

The role requires a strong technical background in combat systems, experience with complex project environments and willingness to travel or work abroad as needed; fluency in Dutch and English is

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of combat systems and engineering concepts.
• Experience managing subcontracts for complex systems, preferably combat systems.
• Strong communication with engineers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel or work abroad when required.
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary, international teams.

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

Engineering concepts

Subcontract management

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Dutch & English fluency

Education

EQF level 4

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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ABOUT US

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.