Thales

Thales Group is a global technology leader with over 83,000 employees, specializing in defense, aerospace, space, cyber, and digital solutions for critical infrastructure and government agencies. Founded in 1893 in France, Thales has evolved through various transformations, including a rebranding in 2000 to unify its global presence. The company operates across multiple sectors, serving large organizations such as government agencies and businesses. Its primary markets include defense, aerospace, cyber security, air transport, banking, and telecommunications. In 2023, Thales generated €18.42 billion in revenue, with a significant portion coming from military activities, positioning it as the 17th largest defense contractor worldwide. Thales offers a diverse range of products and services, including military and defense technologies, aerospace and naval systems, digital identification and cybersecurity solutions, navigation aids, and advanced undersea warfare concepts. The company has a strong presence in over 68 countries, including a notable footprint in the U.S., and serves a variety of customers, including the U.S. Department of Defense and NATO agencies.

Defense & Space Meudon, France Founded 1893 ~10,543 employees PAR: HO.PA

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Employees
10,543
+1.4% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$2M
Revenue ~$21.4B
Stock
HO.PA
PAR
12-month attrition
7.5%
Tech: 7.3%
H1B filings, FY2026
43
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
2,123
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Thales went from 9,296 employees in Oct 2024 to 10,543 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 507 people joined, 164 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Engineering3,688
Other3,194
Operations1,281
Sales773
Finance517
Success377
HR302
Marketing181

Salaries at Thales

All salaries

69 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering107
Operations17
Sales9
Consulting6
IT4

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 43 filings.

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Thales FAQ

How many employees does Thales have?

Thales has about 10,543 employees, up 1.4% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Thales sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Thales filed 43 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Thales's revenue per employee?

Thales makes about $2.03M in revenue per employee, based on $21.44B annual revenue and 10,543 employees.

How much does Thales pay?

6figr has 71 salary profiles for Thales in India and 69 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Thales salaries page. See Thales salaries in India

Is Thales a public company?

Yes. Thales is publicly traded under the ticker HO.PA on PAR.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.