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Thanks to our diversity of skills, talents and cultures, our customers (governments, institutions, space agencies, telecommunications operators), therefore have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate.Thales in Spain is a leader in technological solutions applied to Defence, Aeronautics, Security, Transportation and Space and, furthermore, is a global centre for excellence in Space, Security of Critical Infrastructures and Transportation. With a turnover of €320 million and a staff of 1,200, it exports approximately 40% of its total production principally to the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.Education:\nTelecommunication Engineer (MSc), or equivalent, with specialisation on radiofrequency electronics and digital communications\nJob Description\nAs part of the Passive RF & Subsystems Product Line, the candidate will join an enthusiast team, in charge of designing, developing and testing communication subsystems and passive RF equipment.\nThe candidate will therefore:\nParticipate actively in the architectural design of the subsystem.\nDimension/analyse the subsystem to achieved the required performances.\nDocument the design. Prepare test procedures, test reports, test plans.\nFollow the project cycle from beginning to final delivery, including the assistance to integration and test.\nTeamwork with several other departments: mechanical, components, purchasing,etc.\nFollow-up subcontractors of subsystems elements.\nQualification:\nDegree or MSc in electrical engineering or equivalent.\nRelevant experience in the development and validation of RF & data transmission subsystems up to Ka-band\nExperience on digital communication: modulation schemes, error correction coding, characterisation of communication links (channel distortion, EVM, BER, FER)\nUse of test instrumentation: Spectrum Analysers, Network Analysers, Signal Analyzers, Logic Analyzers, Data Patterns Generators, Oscilloscopes, BER tester,..\n Habituated to work in multidisciplinary teams, including external subcontractor follow-up.\nExperience in space sector. Knowledge of space programs design rules and standards\nEngineering tools: ADS, MATLAB, C/C++\nProficient in English. Spanish knowledge recommendable\nTeam player, accountable and proactive\nFlexible and versatile; prone to learn and develop new competences\nCapable to solve engineering problems within risk, cost & schedule constraints\nWilling to face challenges\nAbility to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment\nAdded Value:\nExperience in passive RF design (filters, multiplexers, ..) in high frequencies (waveguide, resonant cavities)\nKnowledge of RF simulation software like HFSS / CST / Mician.\nDigital Signal Processing and Software-Defined Radio\nC/C++, Pspice\nWhat do we offer?\nFlexible schedule, from 8 to 9.30 and 16.30 until 18h.\nThales Concilia: a set of advantages and free services and others at reduced prices.\nFree and healthy canteen.\nEnjoy discounts and special promotions on products and services thanks to Club Ahorro.\n22 working days of vacation, 6 days of free disposal and closing days that do not consume vacations at Christmas and Easter.\nThales Flex: Personalized flexible compensation plan in which you can choose how to distribute your salary (health insurance, childcare vouchers, transportation and training).\nAnnual bonus.\nFixed profit bonus of 739,76€.\nSharing Thales program: become a Thales shareholder.\nHybrid work plan.\nPension Plan with monthly contributions on your behalf to your Pension Plan.\nWellness Plan: thematic webinars and access to our company clubs.\nMedical and physiotherapy service at the workplace.\nWe continuously create an inclusive, respectful and cooperative environment.\n#SPACEFORLIFE\nAt Thales Alenia Space we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales Alenia Space employing around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US, our mobility policy enables employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth #SpaceForLife. 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