Electronics/communications Technician

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Role Scope and Purpose
Exciting opportunity for an Installation, Integration and Test Technician to join our team based in Rydalmere NSW.
We are looking for technicians/technical officers with an electronics communications background.

This role will require you to work in a small team, utilising your technical skills and knowledge to support the design, planning, installation and testing of communication systems upgrades on our Australian defence projects.
This opportunity will require occasional travel interstate.

Responsibilities include:

Development of installation documentation to support installation activities.

Perform installation of project specific equipment.

Testing of new installations to ensure compliance with standards and safety requirements.

Set to work of electronic and communication equipment/software to support sub-system and system level testing.

Ensure quality, workmanship, mentoring and task completion in support of the Project Team.

Required Experience and Skills

AQF Certificate/Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Systems (or currently completing)

Practical experience on communication and/or electronic systems.

Computer literacy skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office applications.

Understanding of configuration management processes and procedures.

Benefits@Thales:

Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech)

Fitness Passport discount

Modernised Paid Parental leave

Veterans Leave

Career development opportunities where you can make a difference and have true purpose in your work

Job security and stability as you are part of a truly global organisation

You'll get an email acknowledgement after you've applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

As part of our standard process you will complete police, medical, employment and references.

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