Test Engineer II

Test Engineer II

Orlando FL (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for aTest Engineer to contribute to our Ground Support and Repair Equipment (GSRE) team under Aviation Global Services (AGS) Americas Engineering department. The Test Set Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of test program software and test kit hardware (test adapters and cables) for automated and semi-automated test systems.

In this position you will also monitor performance and reported issues for all GSRE and proposing appropriate solutions to mitigate or resolve performance. You will be expected to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work with intra and inter department personnel reporting progress to all stakeholders.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Design and Development of test software: Primarily using LABVIEW and TestStand to a lesser degree other programming languages (Visual C Linux Perl etc.); Defining and releasing project documents (SRD TSD TPS User Manuals etc.) for GSRE tools; Define scope of work for assigned projects (Estimated Project hours Level of Effort Cost); Implement and Release TPS code updates for EOs bug fixes obsolescence etc.
• Review assigned JIRA ticket issues and implement solutions by effectively planning and communicating status with team members/stakeholders; Create and update task status using ERP system(s) along with other methods and tools. JIRA Bitbucket etc.
• Procure necessary equipment and tools following standard operating procedures i.e. SAP system.
• Test asset troubleshooting and validation for test hardware and test software including TPS validation testing.
• Test instrument calibration support: schedule calibrations verify functionality after return update EAM calibration tool.
• Represent Thales when working with customers on or off-site that include but not limited to installing new Test Sets and Test Set Support issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Minimum 5 years of in field electronics experience or an Associates degree in electronics with a minimum of 1 to 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years experience in board level testing and troubleshooting using manual bench equipment or automated test equipment.
• Experience working with Ethernet USB RS232 and networking protocols; Experience of working with software systems including Windows 7/10 and LabVIEW/TestStand.
• Understand test software requirements and prepare the SRD.
• Ability to follow test procedures and good attention to detail; Work independently based upon your own initiative and as part of a team; Communicate both verbal and written to customers and key stakeholders.

If youre excited about working with Thales but not meeting the requirements for this position we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: Core Business Hours Monday-Friday (8a-5p) and will occasionally involve working some Saturdays and Sundays. Some remote working is acceptable. There is also the availability of a 9/80 work schedule that is negotiated between the employee and manager.
• Physical Environment: Typical office environment and air-conditioned electronic lab.
• Physical Demands: This position occasionally requires lifting items up to 60 lbs. and occasionally heavier; All items over 30 lbs. require a second person to assist in lifting.
• Travel: This position may require some domestic travel primarily between Irvine and Orlando/Melbourne of up to 10% annually and to a lesser degree International travel.
• Regulatory Compliance Requirements: None.

What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:

• Elective Health and Dental plans.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match and without vesting period.
• Company paid holidays vacation days and paid sick leave.
• Company provided Life Insurance.

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:
Elective Health Dental Vision FSA/HSA Voluntary Life and AD&D Whole Group Life w/LTC Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Insurance Legal Plan Identity Theft and Pet Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match and with no vesting period

Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Company provided Life Insurance AD&D Disability Employee Assistance Plan and Well-being Program