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Associate Verification and Test Engineer

Thales Defense & Security
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Overview

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, naval/maritime, and public safety and security domains. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; and data protection solutions. Furthermore, the company serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements. 

 

We currently have an opening in our Clarksburg MD office for an Associate Verification and Test Engineer.  This position is well suited for a college student graduating in the summer of 2025 with a four year engineering degree.  Applicants should also be interested in working in a hands on and team-oriented environment. 

 

Please Note: The incumbent must be prepared to start in Clarksburg, MD in the Summer of 2025

 

Top Benefits 

  • Competitive Salary
  • Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
  • Generous 401(k) program  - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
  • 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

Responsibilities

  • Serves as an Associate Engineer responsible for test and verification activities on assigned projects.
  • Serves as a member of the team of engineers and technicians.
  • Maintains, upholds, and improves on the project objectives and goals for subsystem and system testing as well as test automation.
  • Maintains standards and procedures for testing; gains understanding of industry/DOD standards and best practices.
  • Reviews system requirements and technical product/project specifications to assist in evaluating overall test objectives. Identifies and implements test configurations, including hardware, firmware, documentation, licenses, etc.
  • Works with senior verification staff, system engineering, and development / support teams to gather program information; participates in the development and execution of test plans, and communicates ongoing progress and status.
  • Participates in and assists with the identification, analysis, and documentation of issues, procedural problems, and inconsistencies in subsystem and system operation.
  • Develops, executes, and maintains test software using Python and other test automation tools.
  • Reviews all data/metrics obtained during testing activities to ensure consistency with the policies and procedures.
  • Identifies and develops new approaches to solve problems.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Level Security Clearance upon hire.
  • BS in related engineering discipline.
  • Familiarity with Linux, and languages such as C++, C, and Python
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Fluent in English.

Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values. 

Preferred but not required Qualifications: 

  • 0 – 2 years of related experience in:
  • SW and System testing in embedded systems; preferred with background in RF / wireless / Software Defined Radio. Satellite communications experience.
  • Familiarity with test planning and execution, including test instrumentation / equipment, test automation using Python scripting, and setting up test environments.
  • Experience with the Atlassian Suite, and Jama requirements & test management tools.

 

The annualized pay range for this role is $67,000.00 - $85,000.00 USD. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above.  TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

 

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.

 

Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 240-864-7544.