Location: Tubize, BelgiumThales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G/5G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems.
Thales Belgium SA, Belgium competence center of Thales, is a company located on 2 sites, one in Tubize (near Brussels) and the other one in Herstal (near Liège). Thales Belgium, which employs more than 280 collaborators, is specialized in the design, development and supply of critical information systems for customers in the sectors of Defense, Security (including Cyber) and Aerospace.
Thales in Belgium is part of an internationally leading technology group in the defence and security, aerospace as well as digital identity and security markets. In a world characterised by uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners and employees can pursue new paths with confidence. For a future we can all trust.
Say HI* – to your career as
Senior Business Analyst – Data & BI
At the Tubize site
In Tubize, you will join more than 250 colleagues recognized by domestic and international partners for expertise on products such as Radio Frequency (RF) Products, C4ISR, Crypto Global Solution, MACS (Aeronautical Intercom) and many others.
Today the Group employs more than 1,000 people across nine sites in Belgium. Discover all Thales activities in Belgium here.
Your mission
We are looking for a passionate Senior Business Analyst with a focus on data analysis and Business Intelligence to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing a strategic plan aimed at optimizing the use of our database systems. You will collaborate with various teams to meticulously understand their needs and propose solutions that leverage the potential of our data to inform the company’s strategic decisions. Additionally, you may have the opportunity to organize a team as part of establishing a Center of Excellence related to Business Intelligence, thereby enhancing our collective expertise in this area.
As Senior Business Analyst – Data & BI you will:
• Analyze business needs and translate them into clear functional requirements.
• Develop and manage BI dashboards to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Design and optimize data models to ensure the integrity and accessibility of information.
• Collaborate with IS/IT teams to ensure smooth integration of data warehousing systems.
• Identify trends and insights from the data to make strategic recommendations.
• Train and mentor team members on best practices in data management.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to define data-driven initiatives.
We are looking forward to
• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, with a focus on BI and data warehousing.
• Technical skills in SQL, Python, or R for data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or other similar tools.
• Understanding of best practices in data management and data modeling.
• Project management skills and familiarity with agile methodologies are a plus.
• Familiarity with database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL).
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts into easily understandable content for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a sharp attention to detail.
• Team spirit and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactivity and independence in managing projects and deadlines.
• Ability to quickly adapt to market changes and business needs.
• Degree in Computer Science, Data Analysis, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with specialized expertise in data and BI.
Thales is a global technology leader with more than 81,000 employees on five continents. The Group is investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – Big Data, artificial intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust.
For more than 20 years, Thales has pursued a robust corporate social responsibility (CSR) policy based on the highest international standards. The principles behind this policy are now captured in the company’s purpose of “building a future we can all trust”, which was adopted in 2020.
Say HI* – Your journey to us
At times of change our international teams are ready to meet the complexity of today with the industry-leading technologies of tomorrow. Will you be part of it? Great journeys start here, apply now!
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*Human Intelligence
At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Diversity Statement
We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. That means that equal opportunities, inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. It also means that your well-being and happiness matter to us! That’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, remote working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times.
