Senior Test Engineer

hyre; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Test & Measurement Engineer to validate cutting-edge wireless technologies. The role involves system-level verification, RF performance characterization, and hands-on lab testing. Candidates should have a relevant degree and over 5 years of experience in RF testing or wireless communication validation. Strong analytical skills, alongside proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++, are essential. Join a world-class team shaping the future of advanced communication systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF testing or wireless communication validation.
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals and communication systems.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming for automation using Python, MATLAB, or C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Translate system requirements into measurable, automated test cases.
• Evaluate system performance and validate compliance and interoperability.
• Integrate and debug complex hardware/software systems in a lab environment.

Skills

RF testing

SDR-based systems

Wireless communication validation

System integration

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Channel simulators/emulators

Automated test tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Test & Measurement Engineer (RF/SDR)
Location: Abu Dhabi

Are you passionate about validating cutting-edge wireless and SDR technologies? Join a world-class engineering team in Abu Dhabi developing next-generation communication and networking systems.

As a Senior Test & Measurement Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in system-level verification, RF performance characterization, and end-to-end testing of advanced communication platforms.

Key Responsibilities

System-Level Test Development

• Translate system requirements into measurable, automated, and traceable test cases.
• Define verification procedures and test plans for wireless, RF, SDR, and networking systems.
• Collaborate closely with system architects, waveform designers, hardware, and software teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.

RF & SDR Performance Validation

• Evaluate system performance, characterize RF behavior, and validate compliance and interoperability.
• Perform end-to-end testing in both lab and field environments, generating detailed test reports and status updates.
• Troubleshoot operational issues across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries.

Hands-On Lab Testing & Integration

• Integrate and debug complex hardware/software systems in a lab environment.
• Utilize advanced RF instruments such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, channel emulators/simulators, signal generators, and protocol testers.
• Build, configure, and maintain test setups, hardware rigs, and automated test infrastructure based on project needs.
• Support lab planning, equipment budgeting, and resource management.
• Develop automation tools and scripts using Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or equivalent languages to streamline test execution and data analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF testing, SDR-based systems, wireless communication validation, or networking test environments.
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, communication systems, and system-level interactions.
• Expertise using RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, channel simulators/emulators, and similar instrumentation.
• Proven experience in system integration and troubleshooting across hardware/software boundaries.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming for automation (Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar tools).
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment.

If youre ready to bring your RF, SDR, and system-level testing expertise to a cutting-edge technology team, APPLY NOW and play a key role in shaping the future of advanced communication systems.