Overview

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom. Thales is a global technology leader operating in defence, aerospace, security and space. We research, develop and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people and keep us safer. Our Glasgow team is involved in various Military vehicle sighting projects and a significant UK submarine multi-sensor contract. We offer flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle, including part-time hours, job sharing, home working, or flexible start and finish times.

Systems Test Engineer
Glasgow - Hybrid

Are you interested in joining a strategic and transformative engineering team in Glasgow? We are looking for a dedicated and experienced DV Cleared Systems Test Engineer to work on ground-breaking solutions contributing to some of the UK\'s largest defence programs.

You will be vital to the creation and implementation of platforms used for real-time system modelling and simulation, and an integral part of System Integration, Verification and Production testing.

Thales is a world-renowned technology leader in defence, aerospace, space, digital identity and security, and transport markets. We offer solutions, services and products to help customers carry out critical missions and build a future we can all trust.

What we can offer: a commitment to learning and development, opportunities to be mentored by industry experts, internal career mobility, and a working pattern that supports your ambitions.

About the role

• Within this role you will design, develop and support the execution of Automated Test Solutions to increase effectiveness and efficiency across the product portfolio.
• Recommend and implement validation approaches, including developing more accurate solutions across the test services.
• Work with product design teams; your solutions will interface coherently with SW, HW and Firmware architectures.
• Support the reporting, monitoring and documentation of test results, and perform detailed functional measurements.
• Provide support to existing ATE on site at our Glasgow facility.

About You

You Have:

• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• A strong understanding of electronic components, integrated circuitry, PCB and algorithms
• Ability to utilise project, technical and delegation experience to actively lead the development of solutions
• An appreciation for high engineering standards
• Experience in Automated Modelling, Simulation or Test Methods

Desired Experience:

• Electronic Engineering Degree or Relevant Discipline
• Experienced user of LabView, or similar applications
• Prior Experience/Proficiency in NI FPGA software and PXI based equipment would be an advantage
• Hands-on experience with test equipment (light sources, oscilloscopes, data acquisition boards, amplifiers, switches etc.)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, many roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Developed Vetting Clearance (DV). If not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve and maintain DV Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UK Security Vetting guidance for more information.

What We Can Offer

We are committed to providing opportunities to be your best. We offer market-leading training, development, and experiences, with mentorship from senior industry professionals. We hire from within as a priority, offering many internal opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.

Flexibility

Your health and well-being matter, so we offer flexibility to suit your needs, including part-time hours, job sharing, home working, or flexible start/finish times.

Benefits at Thales

• Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00
• Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Life Cover
• Progression and Development Opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount schemes

Thales is an equal opportunities employer; diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. We may require evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment/education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance. For details of required evidence for Baseline and Security Clearance, please refer to official guidance.

At Thales we provide careers, not just jobs. With 80,000 employees in 68 countries, our mobility policy enables internal career development across regions. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. To request an adjustment or for questions about the recruitment process, contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate roles.

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