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Electronics Production & Process Engineer

Remote, Madrid·Full-time·Added 3 months ago

This job was published 3 months ago

Thales

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Fully remote

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Thales doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • French

    The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's/Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Shorter working days on Fridays and during summer.
  • Remote-friendly - 2 days a week working from home.
  • Restaurant allowance and social benefits (health insurance, kindergarten, transport).

Thales is a company committed to equal opportunities between women and men, and for this reason, we work to raise awareness and disseminate information on the subject both internally and externally.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here,

Requirements

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields (with a specialization in Electronics).
  • Advanced level of English and Spanish (B2 or higher). French is desirable.

The role

As an Electronics Production & Process Engineer, you will play a key role in the continuous improvement of our manufacturing systems, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with standards. Your main responsibilities will include:

What you'll do

  • Design, implement, and optimize electronic production processes (PCB assembly, testing, and subcontractor management).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and alignment with product requirements.
  • Analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities (lead time reduction, cost savings, defect minimization).
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, ESD, etc.).
  • Drive automation and digitalization initiatives (PLM/ERP systems, data analysis tools like Power BI/Python).
  • Troubleshoot technical issues on the production line and propose innovative solutions for process enhancements.
  • Develop technical documentation (procedures, reports, work instructions, and manuals).
  • Lead technical projects from conception to implementation, ensuring on-time delivery and quality.
  • Customer/results-oriented approach, with a focus on internal and external stakeholder satisfaction (including Thales as a key client).

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electronics production, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement (valuable sectors: defense, aeronautics, or automotive industries)

Technical/functional skills

  • Electronics: strong knowledge of digital/analog electronics and test systems/benches.
  • Process Analysis: Ability to analyze assembly and testing processes for optimization.
  • Standards & Compliance: Proficiency in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and quality standards.
  • Software:
    • CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ProEngineer/PTC Creo).
    • PLM and ERP systems (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter, Oracle, SAP).
  • Manufacturing Processes:
    • PCB assembly and subcontractor management (machining, quality control).
  • Continuous Improvement:
    • Lean manufacturing tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping - VSM).
    • Data analysis (Excel, Power BI, Python) and AI-driven process optimization.

Behavioral skills

  • Strong planning and organizational skills with great attention to detail.
  • Proactive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work effectively in teams and good interpersonal skills.

Additional Requirements

  • Availability for occasional national and international travel.

Hiring process

Online application, recruiter review, one or more interviews with the recruiter and hiring manager, then offer 1 interview

About Thales

Thales is a global technology leader serving the Defense, Aerospace, Ground Transportation, and Security markets. With operations in 68 countries and over 81,000 employees, the group generated revenues of €18.4 billion in 2024. Thales designs and develops electrical and digital systems, including critical mission-critical information systems, for a wide range of applications from defense to civil aviation.

In Spain, Thales has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing over 1,000 people. The Spanish operations focus on engineering, cybersecurity, and digital services, offering a multicultural environment where international professionals can develop their careers. Thales is known for its strong commitment to talent development, offering international mobility opportunities and a wide range of technical and business roles, making it an attractive employer for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Industry
Defense and Electronics
Founded
1893
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Meudon, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
thalesgroup.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Thales offers international mobility programs and a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the working language in its Spanish operations.
  • The company has a strong commitment to talent development, with structured graduate programs and internships (e.g., the 'Young Talent 2026-2027' program) that are open to international candidates.
  • Spain is a key hub for Thales' digital and cybersecurity activities, with the Madrid Delivery Center being a major engineering and innovation center.
  • Thales provides visa and relocation support for international hires, including assistance with work permits and the relocation process.
  • The company's Spanish operations are involved in high-tech sectors such as cybersecurity, digital identity, and aerospace, offering engineers and IT professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.

In their own words

About the company & team

Location: Madrid, SpainThales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems.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.

In Defence and security, armed forces, governments and global organizations entrust Thales with helping them achieve and maintain security, tactical superiority and strategic independence in the face of any type of threat. In an increasingly unpredictable world, governments rely on our expertise to protect their citizens and make the world safer, from designing smart sensors and connecting soldiers on the digital battlefield to delivering solutions that protect states, cities and critical infrastructures.

In Spain, Thales Sistemas is specialized in Command and Control systems, Tactical Communications and Modeling and Simulation addressing solutions in the domain of Defense and Security. Thales is the Spanish leader in tactical Land CIS (Communication and Information Systems) covering all the product life cycle (design, development, production, ILS). Based in Leganés, Thales Sistemas employs a highly specialized workforce of more than 100 people, most of them engineers that participate in the following activities:

  • Communications and Information Systems (CIS) to support Command function and Decision Making
  • Embedded electronics for military aircraft
  • Tactical Communications
  • Radio Navigation Aids for air traffic
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