Field Technician – Communication System; Military Project

Position: Field Technician – Communication System (Military Project)

Field Technician – Communication System (Military Project)

Thales Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Title

Field Technician – Communication System (Military Project)

Objective

The Installation Technician will work on a project in the defense sector aiming at renovating an existing radio communication system as part of the Deployment Team. The Installation Technician will follow the instructions and work under the supervision of the Deployment Engineer. The role of the Installation Technician is to:

• Install and test hardware components (including equipment racks, COTS, radio equipment and RF antenna systems) across various sites in the country
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance of the deployed hardware
• Support logistics and perform inventory control related to deployed assets.

The role is field‑based and requires extensive travel (20 sites deployed across the country). The candidate will have to obtain security clearance to work in military bases. The role may involve physically demanding tasks including lifting, climbing and outdoor work in diverse environments.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Installation and site operations
• Install and verify hardware equipment before site installation (installation, cabling and checks in a representative pre‑production environment)
• Conduct site pre‑installation assessments to verify installation requirements
• Install and verify/test hardware equipment in the sites, including
  • Rack‑mounted electronics
  • COTS
  • Radio equipment
  • Coaxial, Ethernet and fiber optic cables
  • RF antenna systems (masts, mounts and associated hardware)
• Ensure installation complies with safety and industry standards, including grounding and lightning protection
• Accurately document work performed, including site installation reports and maintenance activities
• Hardware maintenance
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance of the deployed hardware
• Diagnose and repair hardware equipment when required
• Logistics
• Maintain accurate inventory of deployed equipment, tools and consumables
• Support logistics for movement of equipment to/from sites, ensuring all items are accounted for and properly transported, stored and labelled
• Track equipment lifecycle (installation, maintenance, return, replacement) using asset management tool

Work Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in military hardware installation or communications infrastructure
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and practices

Qualification, Certification & Educational Requirements

• Diploma/degree or equivalent experience in Electronics or Communications
• Valid driver’s license
• Forklift or material handling equipment certification is a plus

Preferred Skills

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and installation guides
• Familiar with tools and test equipment (spectrum analyzers, cable testers, power meters…)
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working at height and handling heavy equipment
• Ability to work both independently and as a team to solve problems
• Maintain good customer communication
• Be very reactive to solicitations
• Be fluent in English language
• French and Arabic language are a plus

HSE Responsibilities

• Take care of your own safety and the safety of others as far as is practicable
• Understand your personal responsibilities and contribute to achieving compliance with the HSE Management System requirements
• Comply with local laws and legislation regarding HSE
• Use safety equipment (including PPE) as required

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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