Product Advisor – Dynamic Positioning Reference Systems

Join the Seatex division in Kongsberg Discovery as a Product Advisor. Kongsberg Discovery is a global marine technology company providing innovative and reliable solutions. In the Seatex division, we develop world leading products for accurate positioning, beamforming radar and radio communication systems, motion measurement, satellite payloads and situational awareness for ocean space applications. Our office is located at Pirsenteret in Trondheim where we have exceptional facilities for product development with GNSS, RF/Microwave labs, EMC test lab, high-end instruments and a strong professional group of coworkers that welcomes you.  

What you will be working on
As a Product Advisor you will play a key role in the management of our diverse portfolio of products throughout their life cycle. Your responsibilities will vary from supporting innovative initiatives initiated by the product managers, producing documentation, writing technical papers, and following up on technical sales. You will be the go-to expert on our products, seamlessly connecting sales, engineering, customers, and production teams. Our products require continuously updated certifications and associated documentation, which will be a key focus of your role in ensuring compliance and maintaining our license to operate.

You will join the Navigation & Positioning group, which is responsible for all DP reference systems, as well as other products such as Navigational Situational Awareness.

To thrive in this role, you should be proactive, collaborative, responsible, organized and committed to quality. The position offers the opportunity to travel, to conferences, customer visits, and exhibitions. You might occasionally join our operators and customers in the field, gaining firsthand experience and insight.

Innovate for a better world with us. Protechting People and Planet drives every solution.

Responsibilities

• Certification and license to operate
• Advise on, control, and facilitate product documentation
• Assist product management and life cycle support
• DP reference systems subject matter expert
• Test, verification, and validation of product improvements and developments

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Experience from DP / DP reference products is beneficial.
• Experience from complex interconnected systems.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English. Fluency in spoken and written Norwegian is beneficial.
  
  

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Research shows that women and minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment.

You are able to

• act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results
• make an impact, convince and persuade others and promote plans and ideas successfully
• build a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilize it to achieve set goals
• communicate in a clear, precise and structured way
• co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals

What we can offer

• An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions
• An inspiring and safe work environment
• Competitive terms including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes
• We offer flexible working hours
  
  

Protechting People and Planet guides us, and diverse backgrounds ignite problem-solving

Work location
Trondheim

Point of contact
Henrik Foss, Product Line Manager, Navigation & Positioning, Tel.: +4793289348

Kongsberg Discovery is responsible for product and technology development, supply chain operations, and project delivery for KONGSBERG's subsea and marine surface sensors, hydroacoustic positioning, sonar & mapping systems, robotic vessels, and communications systems. Through its comprehensive portfolio of offerings, Kongsberg Discovery continues to be recognized as a world leader in its core markets all over the world. We have a strong history and track record of delivering world-class products and services to customers across the globe. There is a firm focus on developing advanced technological and autonomous systems that optimize operations at sea – while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact – our solutions are key in transforming the maritime sector for a more sustainable future.

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We are determined in our work to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.

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