Wireless Test Engineer

JOB TITLE: Wireless Test Engineer
LOCATION: San Diego, CA
DURATION: 6 Months
PAY RANGE: $65 - $80/hr.


TOP 3 SKILLS:

• Experience with 5G/4G lab IOT testing on network infrastructures, with strong knowledge of LTE/5G NR NSA/SA features.
• Understanding of modem protocol layers (L1, MAC, RRC, PDCP) and experience with UE/NW log analysis, debugging, and issue reproduction.
• Experience using KeySight, Anritsu, or R&S test equipment for protocol, RF, and data performance testing, along with test automation and Python scripting.

Company:
Our client is a global technology leader known for its innovative consumer electronics, mobile devices, and cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.



Description:

• Support 5G/4G lab IOT activities for different infra vendors.
• Participate in new 5G/4G feature validation in a lab environment with network emulators and infra-vendor drops.
• 5G/4G feature test planning, test script development and automation.
• 5G/4G NR FR2/FR1 RF testing.
• Reproduction of customer and field issues in the lab.
• Modem Power measurement and benchmarking.
• Work-related travel to support lab, field, or IOT testing.
• Support lab, field and certification activities including log analysis, test execution, regression testing, bug tracking, and automation.
• Apply wireless protocol knowledge to debug and test the Samsung 5G/4G/3G/2G modem product lines.

Requirements:

• Master's or a Bachelor's degree with 2-7 years of industry experience in wireless communication.
• Hands-on experience for 5G/4G lab IOT testing on NW infrastructure like Ericsson, Nokia & Samsung.
• Deep understanding of various modem protocol layer stack - L1, MAC, RRC, PDCP for LTE/5G.
• In-depth knowledge of LTE/5G NR NSA/SA features.
• Hands-on experience in mobile device testing with KeySight/Anritsu/R&S test equipment for at least 1-3 years for protocol, data performance & RF.
• Experience in measuring/analyzing Days-of-Use (DoU) power consumption data (modem perspective) and identifying optimization areas.
• Hands-on experience with UE and NW log analysis, log post-processing with mobile device logging tools.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment and UE automation, with a preference for Python knowledge.
• Good understanding of the 3GPP RAN#4/5 test specifications - especially for 5G FR1 & FR2 (NSA and SA), LTE, LTE-A, as well as US carrier and network vendor test requirements.
• Hands-on experience with defect tracking tools e.g., JIRA.

BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.


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