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Overview
MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The Senior Validation Engineer will be part of the Sat Connect IC business unit, a division of our Satellite Systems business, located across Israel, the UK, Bulgaria, and the US. We are looking for a candidate who can contribute to validating chipsets, high-speed analog IPs, and related test strategies within a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Responsibilities
* Validation of MDA Chipsets verifying functional and performance metrics
* Validation of high speed analog IPs
* Development and ownership of chip and system test plans in collaboration with development and test teams
* Development of test automation in Python for the chip and system test plans
* Investigation of root causes of test case failures and providing corrective action with development teams
* Execution, development and planning of Chip & System tests and contribution to the evolution of product quality for MDA ESMA silicon products
* Support Test Management tools and continuous integration methodologies
* Data analysis and post-processing of data collected
Requirements
* Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronic or Computer Science Engineering
* Experience testing Telecommunication or Satellite Systems
* Experience in chip and system testing, especially with Analog, RF and high-speed communication blocks
* Knowledge in time-domain high-speed links (SERDES) and associated equipment (BERT, DCA)
* Proven experience in programming automation test environments (C/C++/Python, etc.)
* Strong debugging skills and the ability to investigate and identify root causes
* Experience in planning, estimating and development of system tests
* Defect Tracking and Knowledge Management software (Atlassian JIRA and Confluence preferred)
* Knowledge of RF test equipment operation (Spectrum Analyzers, VNAs/PNA’s, Signal Generators, power meters, high-speed scopes)
* Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in a team
* Knowledge of RF fundamentals and communications theory
* Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Notes / Compliance
BPSS screening is required, including right to work, identity, criminal records (Basic Disclosure), employment history checks, and reference checks.
Benefits and Equal Opportunity
MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health care, disability protection, life insurance, pension, and employee assistance programs. MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
Additional Information
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