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RF Engineer

Hybrid in Tres Cantos·Full-time·Added 8 days ago

Thales

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

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.
Be near Tres Cantos for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
Master's degree
“You hold a Master's degree in Telecommunication Engineering, with a strong background in one of the following areas: Electronics, Radiofrequency, Radio-communications, or Telecommunications.” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Flexible schedule, from 8 to 9.30 and 16.30 until 18h.
Thales Concilia: a set of advantages and free services and others at reduced prices.
Free and healthy canteen.
Enjoy discounts and special promotions on products and services thanks to Club Ahorro.
22 working days of vacation, 6 days of free disposal and closing days that do not consume vacations at Christmas and Easter.
Thales Flex: Personalized flexible compensation plan in which you can choose how to distribute your salary (health insurance, childcare vouchers, transportation and training).
Annual bonus.
Fixed profit bonus of 739,76€.
Sharing Thales program: become a Thales shareholder.
Hybrid work plan.
Pension Plan with monthly contributions on your behalf to your Pension Plan.
Wellness Plan: thematic webinars and access to our company clubs.
Medical and physiotherapy service at the workplace.
We continuously create an inclusive, respectful and cooperative environment.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements & Experience

You have several years of professional experience in one or more of these areas:

Space industry
Radiofrequency / Microwave HW design (passive or active)
TT&C (Telemetry, Tracking, and Command)

Tools & Software

Design & Simulation: ADS, Momentum (2.5D EM), HFSS/EmPro (3D EM), ORCAD/PSPICE, MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW
Productivity: Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

Proactive and enthusiastic mindset
Strong team player with a collaborative attitude
Passionate about solving complex, challenging engineering projects
Excellent communication skills

Education & certifications

You hold a Master's degree in Telecommunication Engineering, with a strong background in one of the following areas: Electronics, Radiofrequency, Radio-communications, or Telecommunications.

Languages

English: Fluency is mandatory.
Knowledge of additional languages will be considered a plus.

The role

What you'll do

Key Responsibilities

RF Circuit Design: Design and development of RF circuits from DC to Ka Band (including amplifiers, oscillators, modulators, and filters).
Lab Testing & Measurement: Perform comprehensive RF measurements on designed hardware in the lab.
Process Validation: Validate the solution development and integration process.
Documentation & Reviews: Produce analysis and design documentation according to Space standards, and participate in technical reviews with customers.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Support and collaborate closely with other departments within the company (Quality, CTO, Manufacturing, Testing, etc.).

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 Tres Cantos, SpainA Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. 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.

At 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. Great journeys start here,

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