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Professional Services 71 - Architectural and engineering activities; technical testing and analysis 71.1 - Architectural and engineering activities and related technical consultancy 71.12 - Engineering activities and related technical consultancy
200 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
8 February 2026
Employment effect (start)
8 February 2026
Foreseen end date
31 December 2026
Description
Thales, a French defence-technology firm, has announced the creation of 200 new jobs in Portugal as part of its strategic talent acquisition plan for 2026. It foresees the recruitment of more than 9,000 engineering professionals worldwide. Hiring : Thales 204031 - WO will also take place in Spain, France, the United Kingdom, North America and Australia.
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Eurofound (2026), Thales, Business expansion in Portugal, factsheet number 204195, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/204195.
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