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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Electrical Engineer in AIT Optical Space Instruments

AvionicsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCannes, FranceNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Engineering education in electronics, embedded systems, or instrumentation.
  • Initial experience in testing, integration, or validation of complex systems, ideally in space, aeronautics, or defense.
  • Knowledge of complex electrical and electronic architectures.
  • Knowledge of the specification, development, or validation of test equipment (EGSE).
  • Knowledge of Command & Control systems.
  • Knowledge of electrical instrumentation and measurement techniques.
  • Ability to work in an industrial environment involving electrical risks, work at height, overhead cranes, and chemical products; occasional on-call periods or shift work may be required.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team, listen and communicate, work autonomously, use pragmatism and initiative, and rigorously prepare, perform, and analyze tests.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with all AIT disciplines to ensure the instrument meets its overall performance requirements.
  • Perform electrical tests on electronic equipment and flight models, and analyze and post-process the results.
  • Prepare electrical tests and instrument performance tests based on project-team requirements and under the coordination of the AIT Manager.
  • Track, develop, and validate the ground support equipment (EGSE) required for test campaigns, with the possibility of developing associated software components.
  • Contribute to planning test activities by estimating associated workloads, resources, and durations.
  • Participate in cross-functional continuous-improvement, innovation, research and technology, and new test-equipment development projects.
  • Validate and fine-tune the electrical and functional performance of optical instruments.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, including conducted and radiated emissions.
  • Experience with AIT activities for optical payloads.
  • Knowledge of avionics and embedded systems.

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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