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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Mechanical Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDen Helder, NetherlandsNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • MBO level 3 or 4 qualification in Mechanics or Mechatronics.
  • Some work experience in machine building is preferred.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge and affinity with electrical assembly are preferred.
  • Ability to read technical drawings.
  • Ability to speak Dutch and English.
  • Availability for international travel.
  • Ability to work safely according to health, safety, and environmental guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Anticipate operational problems with subsystems at customer sites, diagnose problems, prepare an approach to resolve them, execute the plan, and perform final testing.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on systems and subsystems.
  • Diagnose and repair systems and subsystems.
  • Perform work according to guidelines, on time and to the required quality standard.
  • Document completed work in reports.
  • Inspect systems and subsystems at customer sites and advise on improving system performance.
  • Conduct on-the-job training.
  • Continuously improve processes and service delivery results.
  • Report work progress to the Team Leader and Department Manager.
  • Provide services primarily at the Royal Netherlands Navy maintenance organization in Den Helder, and potentially at customer sites worldwide, to maintain operational availability of radar systems.

Desired Qualifications

  • Some work experience in machine building.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge and affinity with electrical assembly.

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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