Test Automation Specialist- Ispra Italy
Pubblicato il 09-09-2026 - E-Frontiers in Lombardia
Test Automation Specialist - GNSS & Space Technologies
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 activities
- Build and maintain software for managing scientific instrumentation
- Create and execute test vectors for navigation and positioning projects
- Develop solutions using Python and MATLAB
Laboratory & Instrumentation Support
- Operate and manage advanced laboratory equipment including:
- Spectrum analysers
- Oscilloscopes
- Signal generators
- SDR platforms
- GNSS receivers and simulators
- Timing and synchronization systems
Data Analysis & Validation
- Analyse experimental results and performance metrics
- Create data visualisation dashboards a