System Test Engineer

In the position of System Test Engineer, you will be part of a test team and, together with the team, you will be responsible for the execution of system integration, test, and service activities throughout the entire lifecycle of the system. These systems include state-of-the-art radar antennas, processing, and support systems. You will be actively involved in, among other things, setting up or adapting test procedures, preparing activities related to integration, test, and service activities, and drafting reports of performed activities. You will work both at our location in Hengelo and at customer locations, including in port and at sea, all over the world to deliver our systems and services to our customers.

• Integrating and testing radar and electro-optical systems.
• Testing and providing services at customer locations, in port, and at sea.
• Evaluating system performance in its operational environment.
• Acting as a "troubleshooter" in situations involving technical and/or performance issues.
• Performing services such as system "health checks", maintenance, and repairs of the systems.

In this position, the challenge lies in keeping a wide range of Thales Radar products in optimal condition that are in use by our customers worldwide. The variety of work is great and challenging for the Engineer joining our team.

This job is very suitable for an enthusiastic professional with the ambition to work abroad for short or long periods several times a year. We are looking for a hands-on colleague who is interested in working with both old and new technologies, as we support our products during their long lifecycle.

Location: Hengelo, Netherlands

About your future job

We are looking for a new colleague who:

• Has MBO+ with work experience in the fields of Electrical Engineering/ Electronics/ Computer Science, Applied Physics, or Mechatronics
• Has affinity and work experience with radar, analog techniques, Linux, or other is a plus
• Is analytical, stress-resistant, and possesses problem-solving skills
• Is fluent in English and Dutch, both spoken and written.
• Is pragmatic, result-oriented, and has an eye for detail.
• Customer-oriented and professional in dealing with the external customer.
• Is available for (international) travel
• Has a sense of group dynamics and is a team player.

· A challenging job in a fun team within our high-tech, innovative working environment. Including all the space for your own initiative and good ideas.

· Opportunities for personal and professional development within the organization, for example on a technical, commercial, or international level.

· Valuable international collaborations with colleagues and customers.

· A comfortable workplace in a modern environment, with attention to flexibility and the right work-life balance.

· A good salary, appropriate travel allowance, and the possibility to personalize your employment conditions annually: for example, you can exchange vacation days for internet costs, our bicycle plan, company fitness, and moving costs.

· 40 vacation days per year.

Responsibility level: LR 8 VKG 55/60

Interested?

For any questions, you can always contact Gerlof Jan Heck, Talent Acquisition Partner at Thales, via gerlofjan.heck@thalesgroup.com.

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