Senior Test Engineer

Kelly Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Job summary

Kelly Services seeks a Senior Test Engineer to join our Phoenix-area team in an on-site role focused on RF SATCOM testing and validation. The position emphasizes Python, C/C++, Java, and lab/test equipment to verify complex satellite systems.

You will collaborate with systems, software, and hardware engineering teams to drive products from development through validation and release, leveraging automation frameworks and RF technologies to improve quality and performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Test Engineer or similar validation-focused role.
• Experience programming in Python, C/C++, and/or Java.
• Strong background with RF and communications testing.
• Experience using laboratory and network test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, traffic generators, and network infrastructure devices.
• Experience developing automated test procedures and test software.
• Knowledge of satellite communications systems and modem technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and software systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• SATCOM System & RF Testing
• Test Automation Development
• Validation & Verification Activities
• Test Infrastructure & Reporting

Skills

Test Engineer experience

Python

C/C++

Java

RF testing

Automation testing

Satellite communications

Hardware troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Protocol analyzers

Traffic generators

GPIB

Ethernet

SNMP

Job description

$110000 - $150000

A growing communications technology organization is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join its team in the Phoenix-area on a full-time basis. This onsite role focuses on testing and validating advanced satellite communications solutions, with an emphasis on RF systems, test automation, and SATCOM technologies. The ideal candidate will bring experience with Python, C/C++, Java, network test equipment, and verification of complex communications systems.

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite communications products that support critical commercial and government applications. You'll collaborate closely with systems, software, and hardware engineering teams while helping drive products from development through validation and release. The role offers the chance to work with advanced RF technologies, automation frameworks, and industry standards while making a direct impact on product quality and performance.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a Test Engineer or similar validation-focused role

• Experience programming in Python, C/C++, and/or Java

• Strong background with RF and communications testing

• Experience using laboratory and network test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, traffic generators, and network infrastructure devices

• Experience developing automated test procedures and test software

• Knowledge of satellite communications systems and modem technologies

• Experience troubleshooting hardware and software systems

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with MIL-STD-188-165A/B testing requirements

• Familiarity with DIFI IEEE-ISTO STD 4900-2021

• Experience automating test equipment over GPIB, Ethernet, and SNMP

• Experience with RF calibration automation

• Background in multi-carrier satellite modem technologies

• Experience supporting product verification, integration, and production testing efforts

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• SATCOM System & RF Testing

• Test Automation Development

• Validation & Verification Activities

• Test Infrastructure & Reporting

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.