Communications Systems Automation Engineer

E-Space; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness care options

Competitive salaries

Paid time off

Job summary

E-Space is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to design and implement a scalable test automation framework for 5G Core Network Functions. Located in Arlington, TX, the role requires strong Python and Linux expertise along with 5+ years of experience in software test automation.

You will collaborate with team members to enhance connectivity solutions. We offer a competitive salary between $100,000 and $200,000, along with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software test automation experience in wireless communications, networking, or embedded systems.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Strong Linux skills and Linux networking experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a scalable test automation framework for 5G Core Network Functions.
• Develop Python-based test scripts for various testing scenarios.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure testability in new features.

Skills

Software test automation

Python programming

Linux networking

CI/CD integration

Defect tracking with Jira

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

VMWare

Proxmox

Job description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper‑scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly‑advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space‑based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

What you will do:

• Design and implement a scalable test automation framework for 5G Core Network Functions across both virtualized and physical deployment targets.
• Develop Python‑based test scripts and harnesses covering functional, regression, integration, and performance scenarios.
• Develop tooling for automated packet capture and protocol‑level analysis to validate 5G stack behavior across interfaces.
• Extend automation to cover physical hardware environments, including hardware‑in‑the‑loop setups with embedded radio hardware.
• Track, reproduce, and verify defects through their full lifecycle in Jira with clear, reproducible failure descriptions.
• Collaborate with software, platform, and systems engineers to ensure testability is designed into new features from the outset.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of software test automation experience in wireless communications, networking, or embedded systems.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Strong Linux skills and Linux networking experience.
• Familiarity with CI/CD systems and integrating automated test suites into pipelines.
• Experience with virtualized infrastructure like VMWare or Proxmox.
• Strong defect tracking and reporting discipline using Jira or equivalent tools.

Bonus points:

• Experience with 5G core networks.
• Experience with physical RF equipment such as spectrum analyzers or channel emulators.
• Experience with non‑terrestrial networks (NTN), satellite communications or other mission‑critical wireless systems.
• Experience in a startup or fast‑paced R&D environment.

$100,000 - $200,000 a year

Full‑time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga, CA or Arlington, TX office.

The total compensation package will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

E‑Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E‑Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high‑growth industry.

We support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well‑being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E‑Space includes:

• Opportunity to make a real difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovation is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (U.S. only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off