Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.
Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry.Job Description
Senior Engineer- Mechanical Design (RCC)
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
He/ She performs a subset of all the engineering activities required to design and develop RCC (Racks, Cabinets and Consoles) components / modules as part of solution, achieving customer satisfaction of the delivered solution/product.
You will be an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a degree or equivalent, who have a solid understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principals and of Engineering Development lifecycles.
Demonstrable experience in operating within highly regulated sectors, ideally Maritime, Defence or Aerospace.
Experienced in 3D Cad Systems, ideally using CREO / CATIA.
Fundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principals.
General understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles.
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
Packaging of electronics and associated cabling.
Designing for platform installation.
Design of racks or cabinets
Design of consoles
Designing of assembly and mould tooling.
Designing of lifting equipment
Experience in the design of sonar assemblies and/or equipment for the sub-sea environment would be highly advantageous.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASK:
Carry out mechanical design activities in a team environment with other engineers. Work collaboratively with production and procurement to produce cost effective, easy to manufacture design solutions.
Trials and integration support.
Work collaboratively with production and procurement to produce cost effective, easy to manufacture design solutions.
Monitor compliance of designs against target costs and lead time.
Contributes to the Change Management of the product development .
SKILLS REQUIRED:
ESSENTIAL
CAD TOOLS, CATIA, PRO-E, UG, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, MASTERCAM, INVENTOR
MANUFACTURING - DFM, Jigs and Fixtures Analysis Stress Analysis, Stack Up Analysis, Thermal and Flow Analysis, Weight Analysis
DESIRABLE:
Has formidable manufacturing experience and has exposure to technologies like 3D printing, electromechanical systems.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Education Qualification: B.E Mechanical Engineering with right skills
Year of Experience: 3yrs-7yrs of strong design and industrial experience
At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.
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Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
