Test Automation Specialist

Test Automation Specialist - GNSS & Space Technologies

Location:

Ispra, Italy (On-site). Job type:
Permanent or Freelance options considered.

Contract:

Long-term European Commission project, initial contract duration 1 year.
About E-Frontiers
At E-Frontiers, we specialize in connecting top technology and engineering professionals with innovative international projects. We work with organizations across Europe, supporting highly skilled talent throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
We are currently supporting a strategic European initiative in the fields of Positioning, Navigation & Timing (PNT), GNSS, Satellite Technologies and Space Innovation, based in Ispra (Italy).
About the Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to join one of Europe's most advanced research and testing environments supporting technologies such as:
Galileo, EGNOS, LEO-PNT, Hybrid Navigation Systems, Next-generation Positioning, Navigation & Timing solutions.
You will contribute to testing, validation and automation activities within cutting-edge laboratory facilities dedicated to space, connectivity and emerging technologies. The role combines software development, laboratory automation, instrumentation management, data analysis and GNSS technologies within a highly international and multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities
Test Automation & Software Development
Develop automation tools for laboratory testing activities

Build and maintain software for managing scientific instrumentation

Create and execute test vectors for navigation and positioning projects

Develop solutions using Python and MATLAB
Laboratory & Instrumentation Support
Operate and manage advanced laboratory equipment including:

Spectrum analysers

Oscilloscopes

Signal generatorsSDR platformsGNSS receivers and simulators

Timing and synchronization systems
Data Analysis & Validation
Analyse experimental results and performance metrics

Create data visualisation dashboards and reports

Support testing and validation campaigns for European navigation programmes
Infrastructure & Network Support
Support laboratory network administration

Contribute to laboratory maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives

Assist in the deployment and operation of technical environments
Requirements
Essential
Degree in Telecommunications, Navigation, Geomatics, Engineering, Computer Science or similar

Strong Python and/or MATLAB development skills

Minimum 3 years of experience in:

Version control systems (Git or similar)
Data analysis and visualisation

Scientific or laboratory instrumentation

Familiarity with GNSS technologies and satellite navigation systems

Good knowledge of Linux environments

Strong English communication skills (B2+)
Nice to Have
Network administration experience

Embedded development or VHDL knowledgeSDR (Software Defined Radio) experience

Experience with AI tools and AI-assisted workflows

Knowledge of Galileo, EGNOS or positioning technologies

Additional European languageEU Security Clearance (or eligibility)

What We Offer
Competitive salary

Permanent or freelance engagement

Work on strategic European space and navigation programmes

International and multicultural environment

Long-term project stability

Access to advanced research laboratories and technologies

Exposure to cutting-edge GNSS, PNT and space innovation projects

Collaborative engineering environment
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