Senior SATCOM Test Engineer

COMTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

COMTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS in Chandler, AZ, seeks a Senior SATCOM Test Engineer to lead verification and validation of satellite communication products. You will collaborate across system, software, and hardware engineering to develop test plans and automation for complex equipment.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, debug, and reporting on performance and defects, with opportunities to influence test strategies and ensure readiness for market release.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++, Python and Java programming.
• Experience with lab and network equipment used in SATCOM testing.
• Familiar with MIL-STD-188-165B and RF/waveform concepts.
• Experience creating automated test software.

Responsibilities

• Take system, hardware and software level requirements and develop verification test procedures.
• Create, interpret, modify programming source code in multiple languages such as Python, C and Java for automated test software.
• Support Integration and Test, Design Verification, First Article and Production test.
• Troubleshoot moderate to complex satellite communication equipment and software.
• Test advanced features such as DIFI over 100 GigE interfaces.
• Perform RF and waveform testing per MIL-STD-188-165B.
• Automate RF calibration routines.
• Create test fixtures and report product performance and defects.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Test automation

SATCOM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

AWGN Noise Sources

Traffic Generators

Satellite Link Emulators

Oscilloscopes

Protocol analyzers

Routers

Ethernet Managed Switches

Wireshark

Job description

COMTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Title

Senior Test Engineer, SATCOM

Reports to

Director, Verification

Revision Date

8/25/2026

FLSA Status

Exempt

Location

Chandler, AZ Onsite 5 days a week

Level

T3

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world's most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

We're seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future.

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior SATCOM Test Engineer that will collaborate across System Engineering, Software Engineering and Hardware Engineering teams to bring advanced Satellite Communication products to market. This position is responsible for verification and validation testing of engineering designs prior to market release. The duties of a successful team member include developing test plans, procedures, test automation and performing validation testing on satellite communication equipment, software, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Take system, hardware and software level requirements and develop verification test procedures.
• Create, interpret, modify programming source code in multiple languages such as Python, C and Java for automated test software.
• Support Integration and Test, Design Verification, First Article and Production test.
• Troubleshoot moderate to complex satellite communication equipment and software.
• Test advanced product features and test methods as follows:
  • Digital Intermediate Frequency Interoperability (DIFI) IEEE-ISTO STD 4900-2021 standard 1.1 over 100 GigE interfaces.
  • RF and waveform testing to MIL-STD-188-165B requirements.
  • Multi-carrier satellite modem
  • Ability to automate RF calibration routines.
• Report, track and monitor product performance, capabilities, and defects.
• Write technical reports and develop charts, graphs, and schematics to describe and illustrate system's operating characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design specifications, and functional limitations.
• Create and setup test fixtures.

Qualifications

• Experience in programming with C/C++, Python and Java
• Experience with lab and network equipment, such as Spectrum Analyzers, AWGN Noise Sources, Traffic Generators, Satellite Link Emulators, Oscilloscopes, Protocol analyzers, Routers, Ethernet Managed Switches and Wireshark.
• Experience testing to MIL-STD-188-165B (and -165A) standard.
• Understanding of modern satellite modem waveforms.
• Experience automating test equipment over remote GPIB, Ethernet, and SNMP.
• Experience with DIFI IEEE-ISTO STD 4900-2021
• Experience with RF calibration automaton.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
  • OR 10+ years industry related experience in lieu of education.

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of related working experience in a similar Test Engineer position

About Us

This position requires compliance with Comtech's Drug-Free Workplace Program. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Employees may be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing. Illegal drug use — including marijuana, regardless of state law — is disqualifying under federal adjudicative guidelines and DoD DFARS requirements.

The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.