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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Thermal Test Technician - Projet IRIS²

Inspection & TestPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeToulouse, FranceNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bac + 2 or Bac + 3 qualification, such as a DUT in Physical Measurements or equivalent.
  • At least five years of experience implementing thermal test equipment or similar systems.
  • Knowledge of thermal and cryogenic vacuum domains.
  • Ability to remain calm and effective during destructive tests at the final production phase.
  • Technical English sufficient to read and write technical documentation.
  • Availability to work staggered shifts and weekend on-call duty, including 2x8 or 3x8 shift patterns if necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze specifications and write thermal test procedures, including specifying and producing tooling when necessary, in close collaboration with test requesters.
  • Prepare and implement tests, including instrumentation with thermocouples, heaters, and electrical connections; conduct dry runs; and program the test-control system.
  • Conduct tests, detect and report nonconformities, and write test reports.
  • Ensure suitable thermal-vacuum equipment is established for new products by following up with suppliers, setting up equipment on site, and accepting the equipment.
  • Participate in preventive and corrective maintenance of thermal test equipment, including initial fault diagnosis, first-level interventions such as pump draining and filter replacement, and work on control software.
  • Propose improvements and innovations to test equipment, including adapting it to reduce nitrogen consumption and environmental impact as part of energy-efficiency efforts.
  • Actively participate in implementing lean and 5S projects.

About the Company

Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Thales designs and delivers critical technology for aerospace, defense, and digital security. Its products include electronics, software, and data-security systems that power air travel, payments, and modern military platforms, by integrating hardware and software to build systems such as avionics, radar, cybersecurity, and secure communications that collect sensor data and protect networks. It stands out through deep industrial experience, end-to-end solutions across defense, aerospace, and cybersecurity, and a focus on AI and quantum tech, aided by strategic acquisitions and partial state ownership. Its goal is to provide reliable, secure, and connected technologies that support national security, public safety, and everyday life by solving complex security and connectivity challenges.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Meudon, France
Founded
1893

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