At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead RF testing and validation for cutting-edge satellite communication systems.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting new facility opening in Gatineau in 2026.
- Why this job: Make an impact in satellite communications while working with advanced technologies.
- Qualifications: 20+ years in satellite communications and strong RF engineering skills required.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 135000 $ per year.
The Senior RF Test Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining system verification and validation plans of the communication system. In addition, they will participate in various testing activities across systems with vendors and other partners and will be responsible for maintaining the lab.
Main Responsibilities:
- Issue recommendations and have influence on the system verification and validation.
- Work with various Antenna Vendors to support the SOW, SRR, Test Requirements, Test Plans, Test Results and RVTM reviews, in addition to follow up on the integration of the Antenna with other components (Modem and other interfaces).
- Support the development of internal Test Plans and verification methods.
- Support Over The Air (OTA) Test Planning and activities including the Test automation processes.
- Support System Acceptance Planning activities for the LEOP and IOT.
- Develop system and sub-system verification matrices against system requirements.
- Coordinate and participate in RF and system level testing activities including test planning, execution and reporting.
- Serve as an RF expert and support other technical staff as required.
- Play an active role in component and subsystem design and test activities.
- Configure test equipment like Satellite Link Emulators, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.
- Ensure product under test meets technical, functional, performance and business requirements.
- Keep the lab functional and up to date with known hardware and software configuration to execute various test scenarios as necessary.
- Work with partners and other vendors in various test campaigns.
Education & Experience Required:
- B. S or M.S. in Electrical, Computer or System Engineering and a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience in satellite communications.
- 10+ years of work experience in different antenna types like Flat Panel Antenna, Parabolic and Aero Antenna (Ka band preferable).
- 10+ years of work experience in Satellite RF communication systems with strong exposure on modulation and coding used in modern standards like DVB-S2(X) and DVB-RCS2.
- Hands-on experience using RF test equipment (Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, satellite channel emulator).
- Strong understanding of RF engineering principles and design practices.
- Demonstrated understanding of air interfaces, modem technologies, modulation and coding and its impact on satellite link performance.
- Experience with satellite link budget analyses with good understanding of effects of impairments on link performance.
- Experience in test case and defect tracking tools (Jira, Jama).
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners/suppliers.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with different Ka band antenna vendors.
- Experience with Flat Panel Antenna and Aero Antenna (Ka band preferable).
- Experience with BUC/LNB and various Antenna technologies.
- Experience in Planning activities for the LEOP and IOT.
- Proficient with MATLAB, Python.
- Highly collaborative team player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Salary Range - $95,000 - $135,000
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