Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Thales has built a presence in the United Arab Emirates for over 35 years, and today has over 300 employees. Thales in the UAE is part of our Middle East business that has 1,800 people across Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, KSA, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar and UAE. Together we delivered technology for the Dubai metro, the longest driverless metro network in the world and a fare collection system that processes up to 250,000 transactions per day. We make UAE a safer place by providing secure electronic payment solutions, cyber security systems and communications as well as security systems for Dubai International Airport and air traffic management and navigation systems for Abu Dhabi’s airport.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform the mounting, cabling of AESA antennas and passive sub-elements in line with procedures and quality standardsSupport the near-field tuning and test team during the AESA antennas test campaigns in anechoic chamberPrepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test reports, issue tracking, and performance analysis, ensuring accurate records for future referenceActively contribute to process improvements in antennas mounting/cabling procedures, driving efficiency and quality enhancementsAct as a mentor and technical referent, guiding junior technicians in the proper execution of building blocks and antennas integrations

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

5 years of experience in the integration of complex sub-systems, ideally in defense and/or space applications. Experience in radiofrequencies measurement is a strong plus.

QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

* Bachelor's in manufacturing.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Experience in assembly, integration and tests of systems or sub-systemsGood knowledge of power and tests benches (user profile)Ability to take part of technical troubleshooting campaignsAbility to lead, guide, and mentor junior technicians, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharingStrong analytical skills to interpret test results, identify anomalies, and suggest corrective actionsAbility to drive improvements in testing processes and methodologies, optimizing the efficiency and quality of products/sub-systems integrationYou speak English with excellent communication. Arabic is a strong plus.

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