Test Automation Engineer - Gnss Lab, Onsite Ispra
Pubblicato il 15-08-2026 - E-Frontiers in Milano
Test Automation Specialist - GNSS & Space Technologies Legga la panoramica di questa possibilità per capire quali competenze sono richieste, incluse le soft skill pertinenti e la padronanza di pacchetti software. Location: Ispra, Italy (On-site). Job type: Permanent or Freelance options considered. Contract: Long-term European Commission project, initial contract duration 1 year. About E-Frontiers At E-Frontiers, we specialize in connecting top technology and engineering professionals with innovative international projects. We work with organizations across Europe, supporting highly skilled talent throughout the recruitment process and beyond. We are currently supporting a strategic European initiative in the fields of Positioning, Navigation & Timing (PNT), GNSS, Satellite Technologies and Space Innovation, based in Ispra (Italy). About the Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to join one of Europe's most advanced research and testing environments supporting technologies such as: Galileo, EGNOS, LEO-PNT, Hybrid Navigation Systems, Next-generation Positioning, Navigation & Timing solutions. You will contribute to testing, validation and automation activities within cutting-edge laboratory facilities dedicated to space, connectivity and emerging technologies. The role combines software development, laboratory automation, instrumentation management, data analysis and GNSS technologies within a highly international and multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities Test Automation & Software Development Develop automation tools for laboratory testing activitiesBuild and maintain software for managing scientific instrumentationCreate and execute test vectors for navigation and positioning projectsDevelop solutions using Python and MATLAB Laboratory & Instrumentation Support Operate and manage advanced laboratory equipment including:Spectrum analysersOscilloscopesSignal generatorsSDR platformsGNSS receivers and simulatorsTiming and synchronization systems Data Analysis & Validation Analyse experimental results and performance metricsCreate data visualisation dashboards and reportsSupport testing and validation campaigns for European navigation programmes Infrastructure & Network Support Support laboratory network administrationContribute to laboratory maintenance and continuous improvement initiativesAssist in the deployment and operation of technical environments Requirements Essential Degree in Telecommunications, Navigation, Geomatics, Engineering, Computer Science or similarStrong Python and/or MATLAB development skillsMinimum 3 years of experience in:Version control systems (Git or similar)Data analysis and visualisationScientific xrdztoy or laboratory instrumentationFamiliarity with GNSS technologies and satellite navigation systemsGood knowledge of Linux environmentsStrong English communication skills (B2+) Nice to Have Network administration experienceEmbedded development or VHDL knowledgeSDR (Software Defined Radio) experienceExperience with AI tools and AI-assisted workflowsKnowledge of Galileo, EGNOS or positioning technologiesAdditional European languageEU Security Clearance (or eligibility) What We Offer Competitive salaryPermanent or freelance engagementWork on strategic European space and navigation programmesInternational and multicultural environmentLong-term project stabilityAccess to advanced research laboratories and technologiesExposure to cutting-edge GNSS, PNT and space innovation projectsCollaborative engineering environment #J-*****-Ljbffr