Responsable Service Liaison de Données H/F
MBDA · Le Plessis-Robinson, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- €120,000 / year
- Le Plessis-Robinson, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Lead and develop the data link service team.
- Ensure project commitments and technical consistency.
- Drive technical innovation and partnerships.
- Manage team performance and development.
- Contribute to strategic defense communication systems.
About the role
About MBDA: Our Mission and Values
At MBDA, our mission is to contribute to the sovereignty of nations and preserve security and freedom in Europe. Collaboration and trust are essential to achieve this. MBDA faces unique challenges in meeting the needs of armed forces against new threats. Driven by technological challenges, we push the boundaries of innovation, science, and technology to develop cutting-edge solutions. We encourage self-improvement in a unique environment offering opportunities for everyone. Together, we are proud of the role we play.
Your Work Environment
Within the Technical Directorate, reporting to the Radiofrequency (RF) Sensors department, you will be responsible for leading and developing the data link service. This service, comprising about ten employees, brings together complementary expertise: system architectures, equipment product ownership, and performance studies, at the core of the design and development of data link systems for our missiles. Interfacing with numerous stakeholders, you will work in a multidisciplinary environment, in close collaboration with project teams, engineering entities, and leading external partners (European industries, government organizations, and research centers). You will directly contribute to strategic and structuring subjects, in line with current and future challenges of embedded communication systems.
Your Daily Responsibilities
- Guarantee the service's commitments (workload/resources, costs, deadlines, performance) in line with project needs.
- Supervise the activities of system architects and equipment managers, ensuring technical consistency and adherence to milestones.
- Lead the service's technical dynamics, validating work performed and structuring decision-making processes.
- Develop synergies between programs and ensure proper consideration of data link challenges within projects and integration activities.
- Contribute to the development of skills and the maturity of the profession by defining technical roadmaps and identifying innovation areas.
- Initiate and manage technical partnerships with external stakeholders (ONERA, CEA Tech, etc.), and contribute to the preparation of future solutions in collaboration with anticipation teams.
- Provide close management of your team: support career development, skill enhancement, resource management, and recruitment participation.
You will play a key role in structuring the profession, project performance, and preparing future capabilities.
Key Offer Highlights
- A role with significant strategic and managerial impact.
- An expert team at the heart of defense system communication challenges.
- A multidisciplinary and international environment.
- The opportunity to contribute to major technological innovations.
Your Profile
With a Master's degree (engineering school or equivalent), you have significant experience (10+ years) in demanding technical environments, developing a dual competence in technical leadership and team coordination. You possess solid knowledge in telecommunications, signal processing, and electronics, with a good understanding of system challenges. Prior management experience is appreciated, but most importantly, you are recognized for your ability to unite, structure, and develop a team in a demanding and highly interactive environment. With excellent interpersonal skills, you can convince, arbitrate, and champion high-visibility technical subjects. Your analytical and synthesis skills enable you to make informed decisions in complex contexts. A good level of English is required.
Ready to lead an expert team and drive future technical projects? Join us!
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Data Link Systems
- Technical Leadership
- Team Management
- Telecommunications
- Signal Processing
- System Architecture
- Project Management
- Innovation
- Stakeholder Management
- Decision Making
Compensation and Benefits
Our compensation includes a fixed salary and additional individual elements (a variable component for our executives and a seniority bonus as well as an annual bonus for our non-executives) or collective elements depending on company performance and results (profit sharing, incentive bonuses). Numerous services/benefits are also offered: company restaurant, employee savings plans (PEG, PERCOL), social protection (health insurance and long-term disability insurance), social and economic committee, internal infirmary, and occupational health service.
The Site: Le Plessis-Robinson (92)
1 Av. Réaumur, 92350 Le Plessis Robinson, France. The Le Plessis-Robinson site, the company's headquarters, primarily houses our R&D activities and program management. Our employees design and develop the missile systems of tomorrow here. Site access is available via Bus (290, 395), Tramway (T6 - Pavé Blanc, T10 - Noveos), parking, shuttle, and bicycle parking.
Skills & topics
- Data Link Service Manager
- Telecommunications
- Signal Processing
- System Architecture
- Technical Leadership
- Team Management
- Defense Systems
- Embedded Systems
- Project Management
- Innovation
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 10+ years of technical leadership and team coordination experience, specifically mentioning telecommunications, signal processing, and system architecture.
- Showcase your leadership: Emphasize your ability to unite, structure, and advance teams in demanding environments. Provide examples of your decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate technical expertise: Clearly articulate your knowledge of telecommunications, signal processing, and electronics, along with system-level understanding.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss how you handle complex technical challenges, manage stakeholders, and foster team growth.
- Network and inquire: If possible, connect with current MBDA employees on LinkedIn to gain insights into the company culture and the data link service.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Data Link Service Manager role at MBDA?
- The Data Link Service Manager at MBDA is responsible for leading and developing a team of experts focused on system architectures, equipment ownership, and performance studies for missile data link systems. This role involves ensuring project commitments, driving technical innovation, and managing team development.
- What level of experience is required for the Data Link Service Manager position at MBDA?
- MBDA requires a Master's degree (Bac+5) and significant experience, defined as 10 or more years, in demanding technical environments. This experience should demonstrate a dual competence in technical leadership and team coordination, with strong knowledge in telecommunications, signal processing, and electronics.
- Does MBDA offer opportunities for international collaboration in this role?
- Yes, the job description highlights that the Data Link Service Manager works in a multidisciplinary and international environment, interacting with European partners, government organizations, and research centers, indicating significant international exposure.
- What are the key technical skills needed for this Data Link Service Manager role at MBDA?
- Key technical skills include strong knowledge of telecommunications, signal processing, and electronics, along with a solid understanding of system challenges. Experience with system architectures and data link systems for defense applications is crucial.
- How does MBDA approach career development and skill enhancement for its employees in this role?
- MBDA encourages skill development and professional growth. The Data Link Service Manager is expected to contribute to skill enhancement and maturity by defining technical roadmaps, identifying innovation areas, and providing close management for their team, including career path support and skill development.
- What is the work arrangement for the Data Link Service Manager at MBDA?
- The job description indicates the role is based at MBDA's headquarters in Le Plessis-Robinson, France, suggesting an on-site or potentially hybrid arrangement depending on company policy. Specific remote work details are not explicitly stated, but the emphasis on site activities points to a primary on-site presence.
- What kind of compensation and benefits can I expect as a Data Link Service Manager at MBDA?
- MBDA offers a competitive compensation package including a fixed salary, variable components for executives, seniority/annual bonuses, profit sharing, and incentive bonuses based on company performance. Additional benefits include a company restaurant, employee savings plans, comprehensive social protection, and an on-site health service.
- What is the role of the Data Link Service Manager in strategic development at MBDA?
- The Data Link Service Manager plays a key role in structuring the profession, ensuring project performance, and preparing future capabilities. They contribute directly to strategic and structuring subjects related to embedded communication systems and initiate technical partnerships for future solutions.