Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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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.

JOB OBJECTIVE

The IVVQ Engineer is part of an IVVQ team responsible for the Integration, Verification, Validation and Qualification (IVVQ) of a radio communication system combining hardware and software components.

The role ensures that the system meets technical, functional and performance requirements throughout the project lifecycle, including testing, acceptance with customer and support to deployment.

The candidate will have to obtain security clearance to work in military bases. The role requires travel to these sites.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

System Integration and Verification

Integrate hardware, software and radio subsystems in lab and pre-deployment environmentsContribute to the definition of test strategy and test procedures based on system requirementsExecute system and end-to-end tests (functional, performance, robustness)Analyze test results, identify root cause of failures and coordinate corrective actions with engineering teamsEnsure traceability between requirements, test cases and verification results

Validation and Qualification

Validate system behavior against operational and customer requirementsSupport formal reviews (TRR, TQR and acceptance milestones)

Platform and Test Means

Maintain platform configuration control, versioning and availabilityPropose and implement enhancements to tooling and simulators to improve test coverage, efficiency, and reliability

Deployment and Customer Site Support

Support system deployment and testing at customer sitesExecute on-site verification, validation and acceptance testsDiagnose and troubleshoot system issues in operational environmentsInterface with customers during test and acceptance phases

Documentation and reporting

Produce and maintain IVVQ documentation (test procedures, reports)Contribute to technical documentationProvide regular reporting on IVVQ activities

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

3+ years in IVVQHands-on experience with radio communication systems or complex hardware/software systemsExposure to customer-facing projects and on-site deployment activities is a strong plusExperience in Defense projects or critical infrastructure is preferredKnowledge of Thales methods and processes is preferred

QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science or related fieldValid driver’s license

PREFERRED SKILLS

Understanding of radio communication systemsKnowledge of hardware/software integration and system level testingExperience with Linux-based systemsExperience in virtualization and dockersExposure to Ansible or automation toolsExcellent communication and coordination skillsExcellent analytical and reporting capabilitiesFamiliar with requirement management and traceability toolsAbility to work both independently and as a team to solve problemsBe fluent in English languageFrench and Arabic language are a plus

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES

Take care of your own safety and the safety of others as far as is practicableUnderstand your personal responsibilities and contribute to achieving compliance with the HSE Management System requirementsComply with local laws and legislation regarding HSEUse safety equipment (including PPE) as required

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