Aircraft Engineer - Electrical (New Grad)

Location: Irvine, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Aircraft Engineer | Electrical (New Graduate)

Irvine, California, USA (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is seeking an Aircraft Engineer (New Graduate) to perform aircraft installation engineering and participate in the design, development, and integration of aircraft In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity Systems and components through engineering analysis, research and design.

In this position, you will support Type Certificate (TC) and/or Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) program developments and installations, as well as provide sustaining engineering to airline Customers. The Engineer will provide oversight of outside engineering companies assisting in the development of system design and aircraft integration of Thales In-Flight Entertainment systems.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Design Engineering – Supports Development and Generation of Design data and documentation.

• Installation/Integration Engineering Design.

• Develop engineering design and processes for installing Thales InFlyt Experience products onto a variety of airframes.

• Evaluates existing approved design data to incorporate into new projects to reduce schedule and increase quality.

• Certification/Qualification - Work with Senior Engineers and leads to develop Acceptance Test Plans, Qualification Plans, and DDPs.

• System Engineering – Gains a working knowledge of Thales IFE Systems and integrating systems in order to triage problems or customer requests.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Aeronautics Engineering, or related discipline.

• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD required.

• Minimum 1 years of experience working with aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) documentation, and an understanding of aircraft structures and/or electrical systems.

• Ability to read and follow a Wiring Diagram.

• Experience in initiating and completing product changes using a product life cycle management system.

• Be proficient using a computer, Microsoft Office Suite and other office equipment.

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

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The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program