Business Analyst - Digital Transformation
Thales is a global technology leader in aerospace, transportation, defense, security, and space, looking for a Business Analyst – Digital Transformation. The role focuses on leveraging digital technologies to drive sustainable transformation in the maritime sector by analyzing challenges, refining use cases, and collaborating with teams to implement innovative solutions. Responsibilities Work closely with the DRIvE Innovation Team and/or the AJISS Integration Management Office to understand and analyze innovation challenges from across the business and the customer Conduct research to identify how digital technologies can be applied to these challenges and refine use cases for potential solutions Help assess the practical applications of digital technologies within the context of our solutions for the maritime and government sectors Contribute to the design of systems and solutions that harness these technologies to drive transformation Apply design thinking techniques to help the team refine use cases, better understand customer needs, and collaborate on envisioning impactful solutions Collaborate with both internal teams and external customers to capture and prioritize business requirements Help facilitate conversations that align business needs with technological possibilities, ensuring that proposed solutions are feasible and impactful Engage with cross-functional teams during agile sprints, analyzing and synthesizing data that supports the development of new solutions Implement solutions, track progress, evaluate feasibility, and ensure alignment with the strategic direction of the business Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations that convey complex data and trends in a digestible way for senior leaders and key stakeholders, ensuring that your insights influence decision-making processes Skills Undergraduate degree in engineering, technology or a related field Technical experience with digital tools suites such as the HeadLight Suite – especially understanding how it can be used to solve user problems in a pragmatic way that fits in the bigger picture. And interest in data analysis, AI concepts and other emerging technologies Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to analyze complex data, emerging technologies, and geopolitical trends. The ability to generate actionable insights that inform innovation and business strategy is key to this role Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in an understandable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience in delivering presentations and simplifying intricate concepts is essential Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, sprint-driven environment. The capacity to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines is essential Team Collaboration: A proactive, team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with stakeholders to drive innovation and achieve business objectives Interest in Technology and Business Innovation: A keen interest in how emerging technologies like AI, machine learning, and digital transformation are shaping industries. A passion for understanding how these advancements can be used to create impactful, future-ready solutions for the maritime and government sectors Experience with military (ideally Navy) French Language Master's Degree in progress in business, technology or a related field Benefits Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program. Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period. Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability. Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership. Company Overview Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. It was founded in 1893, and is headquartered in Paris, Ile-de-France, FRA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is