Thales, a global leader in defense, aerospace, and cyber and digital technologies, is planning to hire 8,000 new employees worldwide in 2025. This recruitment drive aims to support the company’s continued growth in its three core business segments.
Engineering roles will comprise 40 percent of the new hires, focusing on areas such as software and systems engineering, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data science. An additional 25 percent of recruits will fill industrial positions, including technicians, operators, and industrial engineers. Furthermore, more than 4,000 employees will benefit from internal mobility opportunities, both functionally and geographically.
Recently, Thales has consistently increased its workforce. Between 2022 and 2024, the company recruited over 30,000 individuals, including 9,000 in the defense sector. Additionally, over 8,000 employees transitioned to new internal roles between 2023 and 2024. Thales has maintained a steady hiring trend for the past decade, adding at least 5,000 employees annually.
In 2025, recruitment will take place across multiple regions. France will see approximately 3,000 new hires, followed by the UK (1,000), the Netherlands (500), the US (400), Australia (400), Central Europe (300), India (250), Germany (200), and Africa and the Middle East (150).
Thales is also accelerating its ‘Learning Company’ program, which focuses on continuous skill development. This initiative is supported by more than 2,000 internal trainers, along with mentors and tutors. To enhance learning, Thales has introduced advanced training tools, including virtual reality simulations and hands-on learning experiences. In 2024, 90 percent of its 72,000 employees participated in skill-development activities.
The company remains dedicated to inspiring young talent and fostering diversity. In 2024, Thales engaged with 150,000 young individuals through 600 outreach events. In France, it will welcome over 3,000 interns and apprentices in 2025, with an expected 25 percent transitioning into full-time roles. Additionally, around 1,500 school students will complete observation internships at Thales facilities.
Improving gender diversity is a priority for the company. In 2024, women accounted for 30 percent of new hires, and over 60 percent of Thales’ executive committees included at least four women. The company aims to increase this figure to 75 percent by 2026. Moreover, with a nearly seven percent employment rate for people with disabilities in France, Thales continues to strengthen its inclusion efforts.
Clément de Villepin, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Thales, emphasized the company’s vision, stating, “Recruitment and internal mobility are essential for growth, but we must go further. By continuously developing our teams’ skills and fostering knowledge sharing, we aim to maintain Thales’ expertise at the highest level.”
