Senior Test Systems Engineer

Thales Group
Belfast, United Kingdom
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 65K

Job location

Remote
Belfast, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Testing (Software)
Analogue Electronics
Systems Engineering
CAN Bus
Configuration Management
Data Transmissions
Ethernet
IEEE-488
Hardware Design
Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards)
LabView
Requirements Management
RS-232
TortoiseSVN
Teststand
GIT
Data Management

Job description

  • Develop future test capabilities to enhance the efficiency of key personnel.

Collaborate with Engineering Designers to create comprehensive test plans. Ensure testability requirements are met. Develop test applications for Production Acceptance Tests. Design Factory Test Equipment and deliver detailed hardware design schematics, cable drawings, and assembly drawings. Develop, code, and maintain test software for Automatic Test Equipment (ATE). Adhere to company processes and standards for test solution development. Support Operations in Product Acceptance Tests, including fault diagnosis and repair. Represent Thales at meetings and presentations to customers, suppliers, and subcontractors. Participate in continuous improvement projects within the company.

Requirements

  • Significant experience in hardware design for automated production test solutions.

Proven expertise in designing and developing applications using Labview. Development of Boundary Scan Test Capabilities using X-JTAG. Working knowledge of data communications (RS232, RS422, 1553, CANBus, Ethernet). Instrumentation selection, integration, and automation (GPIB, PXI, USB). Ability to validate test systems and verify design requirements. Effective communication skills, self-motivated, and innovative. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and commitment to overcoming barriers. Team-oriented with a strong focus on achieving team goals.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

  • Proficiency in data management tools for product lifecycle management.

Experience with test software tools for automation (e.g., TestStand). Knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Tortoise SVN, GIT). Understanding of Digital and Analogue Circuit Design, Development, and Fault-finding. Expertise in designing electro-mechanical and electro-optic systems. Experience in Configuration Management, Change Control, and Requirements Management. Awareness of current trends in test development engineering.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of an HND in engineering or computing.

5 years of relevant experience in designing production test equipment is highly desirable.

About the company

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