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Mid LevelFull-timePythonC++AWSMachine LearningGit
Salary Range
$76,500 - $103,500 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
About the Role
We are looking for a Test and Lab Communication Engineer to help develop and validate software and firmware for satellite communication systems. This hands-on role focuses on lab, field, and test work, working closely with experienced engineers to implement, test, and troubleshoot data link features on COTS ground equipment, embedded systems, and proprietary communication hardware.
Key Responsibilities
- →Create proper test setups and environments to validate radio links implemented in SW/FPGA based on requirements.
- →Use test equipment such as development kits, JTAG tools, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators to create automated test benches and unit tests.
- →Create continuous integration and development tools to release stable and reliable software.
- →Conduct testing and calibration for ground station studies.
- →Debug firmware implementation and validate L1-L2 communication layers in conjunction with FPGA/HW engineers.
- →Support integration between FPGA and SW engineers.
- →Maintain lab equipment up to date with assets in production.
- →Analyze data and create reports to participate in design reviews and improvements.
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer and Communication Sciences, Data Processing and Machine Learning, or related fields.
- ✓Some experience with embedded systems, lab work, and testing equipment (e.g., development kits, JTAG, spectrum analyzers, VNA, signal generators, channel emulators).
- ✓Basic knowledge of Python, Matlab, C/C++, Linux/RTOS, or scripting.
- ✓Curiosity, willingness to learn, comfort asking questions, a positive attitude, adaptability, and openness to learning new technologies and interacting with new people.
Benefits
- ★Mentorship from senior engineers and opportunities to grow into protocol design, RF systems, or firmware architecture.
- ★Exposure to real satellite communication systems and the ability to impact the ground network and operations.
- ★Opportunities to rotate between software, hardware, and lab/test work.
