Senior​/Intermediate RF and Test Engineer

Main Responsibilities

• Develop system and subsystem verification matrices aligned with system requirements.
• Coordinate and participate in system-level testing activities, including test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in SATCOM or networking, providing technical guidance to team members.
• Design, develop, and maintain test cases and test environments to support various validation scenarios.
• Perform hands‑on testing in the LEO lab, focusing on data path and routing features.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Dev Ops, Ground Systems, Satellite teams) to promote a cohesive and innovative work environment.
• Contribute actively to component and subsystem design and testing activities.
• Configure and operate test equipment such as satellite link emulators, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and traffic generators.
• Ensure that products meet technical, functional, performance, and business requirements.
• Partner with antenna vendors to support SOW, SRR, and related documentation, including test requirements, plans, results, and RVTM reviews.
• Oversee integration of antenna systems with modems and other interfaces.
• Support development of internal test plans and verification methodologies.
• Assist in Over-The-Air (OTA) test planning and execution, including test automation processes.
• Support system acceptance activities for LEOP and IOT phases.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in satellite communications.
• 10+ years of experience with various antenna types, including flat panel, parabolic, and aero antennas (Ka-band preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in satellite RF communication systems, with strong knowledge of modulation and coding standards such as DVB-S2(X) and DVB-RCS
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• Strong understanding of RF engineering principles and design practices.
• Hands‑on experience with RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, satellite channel emulators).
• Solid understanding of air interfaces, modem technologies, and their impact on satellite link performance.
• Experience performing satellite link budget analysis and assessing performance impairments.
• Proficiency with test case and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Jama).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with management, engineering teams, and external partners.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience working with geographically distributed teams.

• Experience working with Ka-band antenna vendors.
• Hands‑on experience with flat panel and aero antenna technologies.
• Familiarity with BUC/LNB systems and related antenna technologies.
• Experience supporting LEOP and IOT planning activities.
• Strong team player with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively.
• Knowledge of MEF standards.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.