System Engineer - Air Traffic Control
Thales · Oeiras, Lisbon, Portugal
- On site
- Full-time
- €80,000 / year
- Oeiras, Lisbon, Portugal
Job highlights
- System Engineer role in Air Traffic Control.
- Work with international multidisciplinary teams.
- Specify, test, and qualify TopSky solutions.
- Engage with stakeholders and end-users.
- Requires engineering degree and system experience.
About the role
System Engineer - Air Traffic Control
For more than 35 years, Thales acts in Portugal for global Defence and Aerospace markets and promotes and delivers innovative solutions that enhance its customer’s critical systems´ security, on land, sea, air, space and cyberspace, through a technical team of excellence.
As a System Engineer, you will work within an international and multidisciplinary team on the specification, verification, validation and qualification of solutions for customers. The Air Mobility Solutions (AMS) team contributes to the specification, testing and qualification of TopSky solutions, covering the full lifecycle from concept definition to system integration and qualification.
Responsibilities:
- Communicate with stakeholders to understand system objectives and translate customer needs into engineering requirements;
- Create infrastructure engineering definitions/drawings and liaise with Project Management and Design Authorities to ensure TopSky deployments meet timelines and standards;
- Provide operational and functional support to end-users and internal engineering teams, resolving technical inquiries;
- Write test cases to verify system requirements and track/validate PCR corrective actions with multidisciplinary teams;
- Perform validation tests during Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) in coordination with customer representatives;
- Produce detailed test reports and brief the Management Team and external customers on results.
Requirements:
- Degree in Engineering (e.g. Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications);
- Experience in system engineering, verification and validation of complex systems (preferably on the air traffic control domain);
- Experience in preparation and executing tests: documentation, testing, problem analysis, defect reports, etc.;
- Prior experience in Air Traffic Control domain is a plus;
- Very good written and oral proficiency in English;
- Availability to travel abroad for periods up to 1 month – each 2 or 3 months.
About Thales:
The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion. For our more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries we open up visionary perspectives, realise individual career paths and enable creative freedom. This is achieved with courage, versatility and the firm intention to make the demanding challenges of our time safer and more inclusive. With our sustainable value-focused management we support diversity actively.
Key skills/competency:
- System Engineering
- Verification and Validation
- Air Traffic Control
- Requirement Analysis
- Test Case Development
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
- Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Stakeholder Communication
- Problem Analysis
- Technical Reporting
Skills & topics
- System Engineer
- Air Traffic Control
- Thales
- Verification
- Validation
- Requirements Engineering
- Test Engineering
- FAT
- SAT
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Portugal
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight system engineering, verification, and validation experience, especially in Air Traffic Control.
- Showcase test expertise: Detail your experience in test case preparation, execution, and defect reporting.
- Emphasize communication skills: Demonstrate your ability to liaise with stakeholders and report findings clearly.
- Prepare for technical and behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your engineering background and problem-solving approach.
- Highlight English proficiency: Ensure your resume and interview responses clearly showcase strong English skills.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a System Engineer at Thales in Portugal?
- As a System Engineer focusing on Air Traffic Control at Thales in Portugal, you will be responsible for the specification, verification, validation, and qualification of TopSky solutions. This includes translating customer needs into engineering requirements, creating infrastructure definitions, supporting end-users, writing test cases, performing acceptance tests (FAT/SAT), and producing detailed test reports.
- What specific experience is crucial for the System Engineer role at Thales?
- Thales seeks candidates with a degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications) and experience in system engineering, verification, and validation of complex systems. Prior experience in the Air Traffic Control domain is highly desirable, as is a strong track record in preparing and executing tests, including problem analysis and defect reporting.
- Is international travel expected for this System Engineer position?
- Yes, the role requires availability to travel abroad for periods of up to one month, approximately every two to three months. This travel is essential for performing validation tests during Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) in coordination with customer representatives.
- What makes working at Thales in Portugal unique for a System Engineer?
- Working at Thales in Portugal offers the chance to contribute to critical Air Traffic Control systems within a global Defence and Aerospace market. You'll join an international, multidisciplinary team, work with cutting-edge technologies, and benefit from a company that invests heavily in R&D and provides individual career development paths.
- How does Thales support employee career growth for System Engineers?
- Thales opens up visionary perspectives and realizes individual career paths for its employees. The Group invests significantly in R&D and offers creative freedom, supporting employees in developing their skills and advancing their careers within its global operations across 68 countries.