We say HI* ̶ Welcome to the Thales team!
*Human Intelligence
Thales in Switzerland is part of a world-leading technology group in the area of Defense & Security, Training & Simulation, Space and Digital Identity & Security. In a world full of uncertainties, we ensure that our customers, partners and employees can break new ground with confidence and in security. For a future we can all trust.
Say HI* to your career as a
Quality Assurance Engineer in Space Industry -100% (m/f/d)
in Zürich #LI-HYBRID (Ref. Nr. R0292644)
In Zurich awaits you a center of excellence for optical, quantum-based communications and opto-electronic observation and communication systems used in satellite and space technology. This is the place for you if you don't just dream of space travel, but want to work on the development, operation and deployment of satellite-based systems that help position and connect everything and everyone everywhere, observe our planet and optimize the use of Earth's resources - and of our solar system. Join the team of experts at Thales Alenia Space, a key partner for governments, institutions and businesses. We look forward to meeting you!
Your mission
Direct link to the PA-organisation of the customer and/or subcontractors
Realisation of all PA-requirements resulting from the contract, PA Requirements, Statement of Work etc.
Surveillance of all measures for quality during manufacturing at Thales Alenia Space internal and at external subcontractors
Realisation of PA function during qualification and acceptance tests
Composition of the documentation of the product (End Item Data Package) according to the requirements from the customer
Preparation and realisation of visits at customer and/or suppliers and subcontractors
Preparation and realisation of inspections
Responsible for compliance of the NC process in the projects Coordination of all the Configuration Management activities within your projects in collaboration with all the stakeholders
Establish and/or implement the Configuration Management Plan
Specify the Configuration Management requirements to subcontractors and suppliers and ensure that they are respected and properly implemented
Manage the corrections and evolutions on the projects; lead the CCBs
Establish the configuration baselines
Ensure the recording and the restitution of the configuration status
Perform configuration verifications
Participate in end of phase reviews (PDR, CDR...)
Quality Assurance for FPGA design and development activities aimed to guarantee the correct process implementation in accordance with ECSS standards (and their tailoring according SoW) for ASIC/FPGA design for space ECSS-Q-ST-60-03C & ECSS-E-ST-20-40C (11 October 2023)
We look forward to that
A master degree in electronics engineering, material & processes engineering or aerospace engineering;
A 3+ years’ experience in the space industry and/ or in a similar role
Familiarity with ECSS, ISO, MIL and other relevant international Standards & Norms
You have a proven experience with opto-electronic products
Experience in processes qualification
Experience in auditing (certification is an asset)
Knowledge of cleanliness and contamination control practices and clean-room environment
Ability to adapt to various development model practices and to apply Agile principles and Lean Management
Substantial knowledge of Configuration Management and ECSS-M-ST-40
Familiarity with configuration management tools (PLM/PDM)
Ability to work within international and interdisciplinary teams
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to present ideas and listen to others’ ideas and cooperate in heterogeneous groups
Structured, methodical working method
Ability to proactively find solutions within the available timeframe and budget
What awaits you at our location in Zurich
Collective Labour Agreement MEM-Industry Swissmem I Flexible and mobile working | Various part-time models to promote work-life balance | Share participation programme ‘Sharing Thales’ | Allowances for special events | International development opportunities within the Thales Group | Extensive further training opportunities in the Thales Learning Hub| Regular development meetings I Benefits platform with employee discounts | Free parking facilities or discount on public transport season tickets I Paid premiums for accident and daily sickness benefit insurance I Free hot and cold drinks I Monthly catering allowance of CHF 120 I Avadis Capital accumulation foundation I We are “you” We work together as partners and are on first-name terms at all levels
For our 83,000 employees in 68 countries, we open up forward-looking perspectives, realize individual career paths and enable creative freedom.
Say HI* – Your way to us
When the writing is on the wall, our international teams are there to tackle today's complexity with tomorrow's industry-leading technologies. Are you in? Your contact Frederic Martin is looking forward to receiving your online application via our career portal.
Frederic Martin
Talent Acquisition Partner #LI-FM1
*Human Intelligence
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