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HW Quality Assurance

Hybrid in Tres Cantos·Full-time·Added 4 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Thales

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Tres Cantos
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Education
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum professional experience: between 1 and 3 years.
  • Recommended previous position: experience in Manufacturing or Design departments.
  • Knowledge of hardware inspection and technical aspects of electronic products.
  • We value knowledge of European Space Agency quality standards for SW and HW projects, as well as applicable documents from the Quality Management System for Quality Assurance activities.
  • Ability to learn electronic tools as a user (MRP, etc.).
  • Ability for external and internal communication.
  • Ability for teamwork, not only at a departmental level, but also in multifunctional teams.
  • Methodical mindset.
  • Ability for argumentation and orientation toward decision-making.

Education & certifications

  • Basic education: Intermediate Degree or equivalent.
  • We value training in Technical or Industrial Engineering.
  • We value specific training in ESA (European Space Agency) certificates and quality standards (QF, ECSS, etc.). Knowledge of standards applicable to space products will be a plus.

Languages

  • Spanish (mandatory).
  • English (customer interface).
  • We value French/Italian.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexible schedule, from 8:00 to 9:30 and from 16:30 to 18:00.
  • Thales Concilia: a set of free benefits and services and others at reduced prices.
  • Free and healthy canteen.
  • Special discounts and promotions on products and services thanks to Club Ahorro.
  • 22 working days of vacation, 6 discretionary days, and closure days during Christmas and Easter that do not consume vacation time.
  • Thales Flex: Personalized flexible compensation plan (health insurance, nursery vouchers, transport, and training).
  • Annual bonus.
  • Payment of social benefits.
  • Sharing Thales program: become a Thales shareholder.
  • Pension plan with monthly contributions in your favor.
  • Wellness plan: thematic webinars and access to company clubs.
  • Medical and physiotherapy service at the workplace.
  • Inclusive, respectful, and cooperative environment.

The role

Our Opportunity

The mission of HW Quality Assurance (QA) is to perform inspection, analysis, and homologation tasks for Thales Alenia Space in Spain (TASinS) products as required by your Manager, ensuring compliance with established quality requirements.

What you'll do

  • Perform quality inspection, including KIPs (Key Inspection Points), for both products manufactured by TASinS and products and components acquired or subcontracted.
  • Prepare, perform, and support Customer inspections (MIPs - Mandatory Inspection Points), obtaining their approval.
  • Verify and approve the configuration applicable to manufacturing for each product and prepare the corresponding report for the delivered product.
  • Prepare the quality documentation for the delivery and receipt of products.
  • Control the quality of subcontractor and supplier products.
  • Internally manage the processing of non-conformities for products, ensuring the execution of Root Cause Analysis and the identification of corrective actions.
  • Coordinate and supervise the activities of the Minor Non-Conformance Review Boards (NRB), as well as support Major NRBs in case of deviations or non-compliance with product specifications.
  • Manage certifications and provide training on them.
  • Perform audits on production activities.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards regarding product quality and Company procedures. Correct possible errors and prevent their repetition.
  • Collaborate in the updating of standards regarding quality and in the optimization of manufacturing processes.

How you'll work

  • The position may require occasional travel to Customer or subcontractor facilities.

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

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

Localizacion : Madrid Tres Cantos, SpainThales Alenia Space people architect and deliver satellite-based systems that help position, connect and observe our planet, and push the boundaries of our understanding of planet's resources. Our systems are in orbit at 400 km, 20000 km, 36000 km and beyond to the edges of the solar system.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.

Additional information

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,

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