Test Engineer Location: Southampton, Hampshire Hours: Full time, 2 days per week on site as a minimum. About the company: They are a pioneering UK technology company delivering high-performance physical layer solutions for 5G and next‑generation wireless networks, with a particular focus on Non‑Terrestrial Networks (NTN) such as satellite communications Founded in 2016, the company combines world leading research with real deployment exercise to solve challenges in connectivity Specialises in advanced signal processing and error resilient physical layer They are the forefront of the convergence between terrestrial and satellite communications—helping to enable truly global, always‑on connectivity Employees are innovative and have access to the latest tools and technologies to contribute to the high performance of the company About the role - You will design, implement, and maintain automated and manual test systems for 5G RF and wireless communication products, ensuring reliable verification and validation across the product portfolio Develop automated test systems — Build modular, scalable test frameworks (primarily in Python, with some C/C++) for 5G RF and digital interface environments Deliver 3GPP‑aligned testing — Implement and execute tests across 5G/6G domains using automated tools and custom platforms Capture and translate requirements — Work with product and development teams to define test requirements and convert them into test architectures and scripts Integrate test systems — Ensure development, integration, and system‑level tests operate consistently across all components and products Develop digital interface test capability — Build test solutions for emerging high‑speed digital interfaces and associated challenges Produce technical documentation — Create clear user guides, architecture descriptions, design specifications, and test procedures as part of deliverables Requirements for the role: RF Test proficiency – Being able to configure the test equipment 5G/6G knowledge- understand 3GPP specifications, Wireless systems architecture and RF Behaviour Automation experience — Builds automated test workflows, including remote operation, logging, and reproducibility System level thinking — Derives test requirements from architecture diagrams and specifications Technical communication — Produces clear documentation and explains technical concepts to internal teams and customers Python development — Writes modular, well-structured Python code suitable for automated test systems; able to complete a short coding exercise Problem solving — Diagnoses issues using data, logs, and measurements; proposes structured solutions Qualifications: HNC or Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Wireless Communications, or High‑Frequency Technology Interview process: The 1st stage will be a 30-minute call with the hiring manager, then the 2nd stage will be on site for more in depth questions and a tour. How to apply: If you are interested, please email with your updated CV and a time that’s best to call you or Ella Atkinson on 01184675779. Please note that sponsorship will be available for candidates who are an exceptional fit to the role.
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