Senior Validation Engineer

This is a new opportunity for a Senior Validation Engineer with a successful and expanding space-technology company based in Hampshire, southeast England.

If you have a strong profile in post-silicon chip validation and an interest in high-speed SerDes PHY validation, then this role could be for you – it’s a great opportunity to join one of the most profitable companies in the space industry. Working within our client’s satellite systems business unit, you will play a key role in the validation of advanced high-speed SerDes PHYs and MDA silicon products. Your role will involve:

• Validating high-speed SerDes PHYs, including link bring-up and equalisation tuning
• Developing and executing chip and system test plans across PVT, data rates and bandwidths
• Performing laboratory measurements using equipment such as high-speed oscilloscopes
• Developing Python-based test automation and supporting continuous integration methodologies
• Contributing to the evolution of product quality through robust validation methodologies and test processes

As the right candidate, you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Strong experience in chip and system validation, particularly involving analogue, RF and high-speed communication blocks.
• Solid knowledge of SerDes/time-domain high-speed links and associated test equipment
• Programming experience in Python, C/C++ or similar, ideally within an automated test environment.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analysers, VNAs/PNAs, signal generators, power meters and high-speed sampling oscilloscopes

This is an opportunity to work hands-on with advanced silicon, high-speed communication technologies and state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, while contributing to the validation and quality of next-generation products.

On top of a competitive basic salary, you’ll receive a benefits package including private healthcare, life insurance, pension plan, and visa sponsorship if needed.

Get in touch for details: please contact Caroline Pye.