HW Test bench Lead- design/development/maintenance

Location: Bangalore - Indraprastha, India Thales is a global technology leader
trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most
demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to
cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted
in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space,
cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future
we can all trust. Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida
and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram,
Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales
and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an
essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise
in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering
competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business,
while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering
capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The
Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in
Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to
Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry. Thales
India Engineering Competency Center in Bangalore is seeking a HW Test bench
Lead- maintenance role. In this role, you will manage Test Bench/ Automated Test
Equipments’ maintenance and sustenance activities, which includes conducting
scheduled maintenance procedure, inspecting, and troubleshooting test bench
equipment. These test benches primarily support various Thales defense
applications and its products. Essential skills: Test Bench Hardware systems
knowledge such as COTS Test and measurement instruments from different OEMs
including NI Hardware including PXI systems, Industrial PC (PICMG SBC ) and VME
systems. 5 +yrs Experience in handling various interface form factors such as
PCI, PCIE, PCIe, CPCI, PXI, PXIe, VME etc. Experience in Test Bench development
or maintenance using COTS test & measurement equipment, custom designed
interface test adapters, PCBAs Experience of testing avionics communication
interfaces/buses such as MIL-STD-1553B, ARINC 429 , Serial RS 485 / 422, CAN etc
is desirable. Experience on interface cards such as Discrete IO, Analog, serial
(RS232/422/482), synchro etc on various form factors listed above. Problem
solving and troubleshooting skills. Experience in testing and knowledge of test
equipment for measurement and control. Hands on experience in handing various
measuring tools such as Digital Oscilloscope, Function / wave generators up to
18GHz, Spectrum Analyzers, RF power meters etc. Experience in analyzing /
understanding electrical schematics, Cable Harness drawings and block diagrams.
Responsibilities: As a maintenance engineer you will be responsible for
undertaking periodic maintenance procedure and ensure the test system / bench
are reliable. Identify faults, efficiency and safety issues. Respond to
equipment breakdowns, provide first line diagnostic and arrange repairs or
replacements. Execute functional tests and validate the results against
established standards Perform quality inspections to ensure compliance with
safety regulations. Should work closely with multi discipline teams and organize
to fix the issues. Preparation of the associated report and log maintenance to
keep track of tasks Collaborative work applying quality standards and internal
processes Should be able to estimate and monitor costs of maintenance. #LI-DB3
At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust,
collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered
to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you
do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions
that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.
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