Christoph Ruffner

Christoph Ruffner has been serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Thales since January 1, 2024, boasting an impressive managerial background in the defense industry. Prior to joining Thales, he held the position of Head of Spectrum Dominance & Airborne Solutions at Hensoldt, where he was also a member of the Executive Committee of Hensoldt AG. His previous key roles in sales, development, and human resources at the Airbus Group testify to Ruffner's extensive experience and expertise. He earned his diploma in computer science from the University of Stuttgart, emphasizing his profound technological understanding.