Integration Lab Technician

Thales

  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Location: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesIn 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.Position SummaryThe Thales Integration Lab Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of the lab SILs (System Integration Lab), which includes managing and maintaining the SIL hardware configuration consistent with the field configuration, lab networking infrastructure and wireless communication to the SILs. The System Integration Lab Technician will work with the respective Fleet, Test or Software Development Engineers to help identify and resolve hardware issues as well as software configuration issues with the SILs. The Integration Lab technician will also support all Hardware Engineering activities.Essential Functions / Key Areas of ResponsibilityTroubleshoot and repair – Document and provide statusMaintain the hardware in the Dubai SIL (System Integration Lab), including lab inventory of personal electronics.Manage the repair of a spares pool of hardware for the SILs and tracking them in SAPConfiguring SIL software to a known nominal state if requiredSolder and understand voltage metersInterpret schematics or Cable Drawings and build to specificationMinimum Requirements: Skills, Experience, Education, Technical/Specialized Knowledge, Certifications, Language
  • Minimum 8 years working experience in building complex systems with multiple LRUs, network environment
  • Understanding of wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Basic understanding of (Windows and Linux operating systems)
  • Understanding of SAP, Inventory Control process, and the ordering of material processes.
  • Understanding of basic network operations such as setting up switches, Routers
  • Must have electronic technician capabilities such as electrical, mechanical skills
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Self- starter, ability to multitask and prioritize activities
  • Must be able to demonstrate a team player mindset
  • Experience in building complex systems and troubleshooting
  • Logical approach to problem solving
Preferred Qualifications
  • Understanding of aircraft systems
  • Previous experience with avionics design, documentation and working with a development team preferred
  • Ability to Use SAP as required
  • Shown the ability in creating of AEL packages for the LFM EPA’s, (creating PO’s, IPOs, and additional lab resources needed for completion of a labs Ancillary needs)
Physical DemandsMust be able to lift 25lbs.LI-AC2At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!

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