Staff Communication System Test Engineer at E-Space

Saratoga, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Satellite Communications, IoT, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

Master’s degree in electrical engineering, wireless Communication Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
7+ years of hands-on experience in testing cellular and other communication systems in the industry with a successful product launch history
Strong background in communication theory, digital signal processing, and wireless communication systems, especially in the context of satellite systems
Solid understanding of 3GPP specifications (LTE & NR Air Interface, PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, PDCP and NAS layer) for 5GNR and 4G
Knowledge of RF transceiver measurement techniques such as noise figure, gain/power, ACLR, Linearity, phase noise, etc
Excellent problem-solving with a from-first-principles approach
Proficiency in using test equipment (e.g., power supplies, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meters, vector network analyzer)
Exposure to modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent
Proficiency in test automation using Python or similar programming language
Experience using JIRA and other CRM tools
Flexible, responsive, and collaborative with an ability to work at a fast-paced startup environment
Strong analytical and communication skills. Team player
Bonus
Experience in NTN, Redcap or NB-IOT
Some satellite, aerospace, or related industry experience
Strong theoretical background in communication theory
Expertise in digital communication theory, including coding and modulation, information theory, and detection and estimation

Responsibilities

Understand system requirements and architecture in depth
Define, develop, and execute advanced test methodologies for validating end-to-end system level functionality and performance (lab & field) across the mobile protocol stack (PHY, MAC/RLC/PDCP, RRC, NAS, Data, TCP-IP/UDP)
Execute manual and automated testing of wireless systems, including functional and performance testing. Ensure timely execution, test accuracy and repeatability
Document test results, test coverage and other KPIs and communicate to all stakeholders regularly
Deep-dive into test results and root-cause issues and communicate with the appropriate teams
Define Key performance Indicators and conduct modem performance evaluation
Design lab setups for various types of tests, including conducted clean channel and fading channel test and field tests
Build racks and other test-rigs as necessary for executing the test plan
Automate the test execution including control and configuration of test equipment
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams – hardware, software, mechanical, systems, etc. – in different time-zones to ensure that system requirements will be met during operation

Skills

PHY

MAC

RLC

PDCP

RRC

NAS

TCP-IP

UDP

Automated Testing

Wireless Testing

Lab Testing

Field Testing

Test Automation

Modem Performance Evaluation

Fading Channel Testing

E-Space

Deploys satellite systems for data insights

About E-Space

E-Space focuses on deploying small, easy-to-install devices that can be tracked and connected globally. Their main product, the E-Space LEO platform, utilizes Artificial Intelligence to enhance data transmission from these devices, providing insights and automation that improve upon traditional IoT capabilities. E-Space differentiates itself by redesigning spacecraft and satellite systems to lower costs, making space technology more accessible to a wide range of clients, including governments and businesses. The company is dedicated to sustainable practices and aims to lead in the development of environmentally friendly satellite constellations, using the data from their systems to inform decisions that protect the planet. Their revenue model is based on selling satellite systems and the data services derived from them.

Toulouse, FranceHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$48.6MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Social Impact, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Continuous learning and development

Health and wellness care options

Financial solutions for the future

Optional legal services

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Risks

European startups in space tech pose competition, challenging E-Space's market position.

Integration of 5G NTN source code may lead to intellectual property disputes.

Expansion into Bahrain may face regulatory hurdles impacting satellite IoT service deployment.

Differentiation

E-Space offers a sustainable LEO satellite network for real-time communications and IoT services.

Their AIoT platform optimizes data for actionable insights, surpassing traditional IoT capabilities.

E-Space's redesign of satellite systems significantly reduces costs, making space tech more accessible.

Upsides

Integration of 5G NTN tech enhances E-Space's satellite payloads and connectivity solutions.

Partnership with Beyon aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030, opening Middle East markets.

Expansion into Arlington aligns with economic incentives, enhancing U.S. operational base.

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