Principal Integration Engineer

THALES SOLUTIONS ASIA PTE. LTD.

Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

THALES Solutions Asia Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Principal Integration Engineer to lead the integration of software and hardware components within a complex ATM system. You will coordinate integration activities, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless functioning of all components while meeting performance requirements.

You will work in an IPT or Agile squad, possibly engaging in Verification and Validation activities, and will develop automation and documentation to support program milestones.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in integrating complex software-centric real-time systems.
ATM domain experience.
Ability to troubleshoot Virtualisation Platforms/Operating Systems (3+ years).
Scripting: Python, Shell, XML – 3+ years.
DevOps and automation tools: Ansible, Jenkins.
Configuration management: Git (Bitbucket), JIRA.
Cybersecurity: LDAP, AD, PKI.
Networking: SNMP, UDP, TCP, IP.
Strong debugging and system integration skills.
Capable of working with multi-disciplinary teams across remote sites.

Responsibilities

Lead integration and test of software releases for systems and subsystems.
Coordinate integration activities at Factory and Customer Site facilities.
Contribute to planning, estimation, and backlog refinement.
Set up environments to support integration, testing and validation.
Define testing across multiple platforms (regression, interface, simulation).
Collaborate with System, Subsystem and Infrastructure teams to align with design.
Develop and deliver integration documentation and artefacts.
Develop scripts to automate system administration tasks.
Provide technical support and mentoring to junior integrators and V&V teams.
Support risk assessment and mitigation actions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Python

Shell

XML

Ansible

Jenkins

Git

Bitbucket

JIRA

Wireshark

VMware

Job description

Organisation Context

The Airspace Mobility Solutions (AMS) business, part of the Global Business Unit Land and Air Systems, provides leading-edge Air Traffic Management (ATM), Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM), Security, and Digital Aviation solutions for the Commercial and Defence sectors.

The AMS manages 11% of the world's airspace and, with revenues of over 500 million Euros worldwide, is the global market leader in airspace management solutions. In Singapore, the business focuses on the delivery and support of ATM solutions in the Asia Pacific region.

Role Description

The Principal Integration Engineer is responsible for the integration of software and hardware components within a complex software-centric ATM system. The role involves coordinating and executing integration activities, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring that various components work seamlessly together while satisfying functional and performance requirements.

Working within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) or Agile Squad, the role may also involve Verification and Validation activities.

Responsibilities

Conduct the successful integration and test of software releases for systems and/or subsystems, in accordance with the approved schedule
Lead integration activities at Factory and Customer Site facilities
Proactively participate in Program Increment planning and backlog refinement including contributing to the effort estimation
Manage and/or contribute to the setup of environments to facilitate the integration, testing and acceptance activities required by the program. Provide instruction on the setup of environments to support validation activities.
Define and/or contribute to testing activities across multiple platforms (regression, interface, simulation scenarios and test tools) to support project milestones and deadlines
Able to analyse System/Subsystem technical and functional issues, ensuring they are identified early, captured fully and logged according to internal processes.
To collaborate with System, Subsystem and Infrastructure teams to ensure that the integration activities are in line with the design and specifications
Develop and deliver documentation and engineering artefacts (E.g. System Integration Test Documentation) with the expected level of compliance (functional, performance, robustness, security and quality) that are aligned with internal configuration management processes.
Develop scripts in order to automate system administration tasks.
Manage and/or implement test & measuring tools used for system performance, loading and response-time assessment
Provide technical support and mentoring to junior integrators and the V&V teams
Support Technical Leads and WPM through:
- Making recommendations on strategies to improve performance or productivity
- Identify risks, and proposing effective solution early and executing mitigation actions
- Providing input into the planning and coordination of program integration activities
Work directly with the customer and internal integration training (as required)
Identify risks, and propose effective solutions; execute mitigation actions and report on outcomes / cost savings and residual risks
Assist bid activities with integration estimation
Authoring and/or reviewing documentation and documentation updates
Contribute to the development of Integration Policies, Processes and Procedures to ensure best practice.
Promote knowledge sharing ensuring that work is captured sufficiently for re-use across projects
Following Thales processes and practises and contribute to their improvement

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or relevant experience

Essential Experience

7+ years of experience in similar positions integrating complex software-centric real-time systems
ATM Domain Experience
Ability to understand the structure of and troubleshoot Virtualisation Platforms/Operating Systems (Clients/Servers): 3+ years
- Linux/Unix Operating Systems, SNMP Services, RSYSLOG
- Windows Operating Systems
- VMware
Scripting: Python, Shell, XML – 3+ years
DevOps and Automation Tools: Ansible, Jenkins
Configuration Management: GIT (Bitbucket), JIRA
Cybersecurity: LDAP, AD, PKI
Network Protocols and Technologies: SNMP, UDP, TCP, IP
Debugging tools (e.g., Wireshark)
Infrastructure monitoring tools
Adept at troubleshooting issues quickly and efficiently
Aptitude to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary integrated team environment with colleagues based in remote sites or other countries
Positive attitude combined with excellent interpersonal and motivational skills
Ability to effectively communicate complex engineering issues and concepts, both verbally and in writing, tailored appropriately for stakeholders

Desirable

Programming Languages: Java, C++
Site integration and deployment experience
Knowledge of networks and network configuration / exposure to distributed systems
Experience with System Engineering Tools (e.g., DOORS, Polarion, Jira, MBSE)
Experience in ATM Domain and related standards (e.g., ICAO, Eurocontrol) or safety-critical systems
Experience working in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

General Requirements

Assist in ensuring a harmonious work environment in all departments by upholding the company's key values
Advocate for diversity and inclusion, actively involved in implementing change initiatives to achieve diversity goals
Advocate for a culture of continuous improvement
Advocate for accountability, transparency, and curiosity
Comply with all relevant company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies and work practices to prevent or minimise accidental exposures to self, colleagues, visitors, and/or the environment
Comply with all relevant company policies and procedures

Special Requirements