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title: Working at TKMS
url: /career
description: "Ready to work with the best? Join our team of more than 8,500 employees worldwide and set the standards for tomorrow’s navy. Whether you’re at the beginning of your career or already have years of experience under your belt – with us you’ll find the right course for you. As an attractive employer, we offer future-oriented development opportunities in an international company with cutting-edge maritime technology."
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date: 2025-04-30
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# Working at TKMS

Find a Job with Deeper Meaning
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Join our strong team of more than 9,100 employees worldwide! In a world shaped by change, we are looking for committed people to help us advance the future of maritime security and technologies together. Discover diverse career opportunities and shape your professional future with us!

[Find your job with deeper meaning](https://jobs.tkmsgroup.com/) [Learn more about us](/career/this-is-tkms)

###  Find the right start for you

             ![](/fileadmin/website/career/Berufsfelder/Ingenieurswesen_IT.jpg)   Professionals
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[Learn more](/career/professionals)

            ![](/fileadmin/website/career/Berufsfelder/Students___Graduates.jpg)   Undergraduates and Graduates
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[Learn more](/career/undergraduates-and-graduates)

            ![](/fileadmin/website/career/Berufsfelder/Ausbildung_Berufseinstieg.jpg)   Apprenticeships and Dual Studies
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[Learn more](/career/apprenticeship-and-dual-studies)

            ![](/fileadmin/website/career/Berufsfelder/Militaerisches_Personal.jpg)   Military Personnel
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[Learn more](/career/military-personnel)

- Benefits
- Application process

  Benefits
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 Your Benefits at TKMS
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  Attractive Compensation
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(Non-)collective agreement-based pay according to IG Metall, matching your qualifications and experience, plus numerous allowances.

 Training & Development:
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Extensive learning and development opportunities, both in-person and digital.

 Working Hours
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A 35-hour workweek\*, flexible shifts, remote work options — and compensation for any overtime.

\*Except at the Wismar site. Gradual reduction from 38 to 35 hours by 2029.

 Vacation
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30 days’ annual leave plus additional special leave days according to the collective agreement.

 Health
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We invest in your well-being with comprehensive health management and support your company fitness membership.

 Retirement Provision
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Our company pension plan supports your financial stability — even after your working life.

 Mobility
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Subsidy for job ticket/Germany ticket.

 Family and Work
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Benefit from family-friendly working hours and balance family and career.

 Onboarding
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Our onboarding program prepares you optimally for your new role.

 Responsible Corporate Culture
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We work as a team — with respect, trust, and responsibility. Our corporate culture is characterized by openness, reliability, and the shared goal of shaping security.

  Application process
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###  Your Path to TKMS

             ![](/fileadmin/website/career/tk-Bewerbungsprozess-1344x896-1.png "TKMS Bewerbungsprozess 1")   Submit Your Application
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Found the right job or your dream role? Apply directly online via our job portal. You will receive an immediate confirmation of receipt. Please also check your spam folder.

            ![](/fileadmin/website/career/tk-Bewerbungsprozess-1344x896-2.png "TKMS Bewerbungsprozess 2")   Review of Your Documents
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Our recruiting team carefully reviews your application. Please allow us some time — you will definitely receive feedback.

            ![](/fileadmin/website/career/tk-Bewerbungsprozess-1344x896-3.png "TKMS Bewerbungsprozess 3")   Personal Interview
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If everything fits, we will invite you to an interview. This is where we get to know each other better — and you learn everything about your potential start at TKMS.

            ![](/fileadmin/website/career/tk-Bewerbungsprozess-1344x896-4.png "TKMS Bewerbungsprozess 4")   Welcome to TKMS
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You’ve cleared all hurdles and convinced us? Then we’re excited to welcome you soon as part of our team.

 Learn More About Us
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 [###  Employee Voices

  ](/career/this-is-tkms/employee-voices)

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 [###  Diversity and Inclusion

  ](/career/this-is-tkms/diversity-inclusion)

         ![](/fileadmin/website/career/Stage/TKMS-2200x650-V001_en.png)

 [###  Events and Networking

  ](/career/this-is-tkms/events-networking)

 Interested?
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Become part of our team. We build strength.

[Find Your Job](https://jobs.tkmsgroup.com/ "Find your job") [Application Tips](/career/application-faq)

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