Field Test Engineer

Founded in 1998, Octasic is a leading provider of systems and complete solutions in advanced communications. We provide state-of-the-art integration software, and hardware platforms for worldwide mobile wireless solutions. Octasic has offices worldwide and continues to expand.

Why choose Octasic?

It is a workplace at the cutting edge of technology, allowing you to meet wireless technology experts in a growing company.

Competitive compensation (salaries, benefits, RRSPs, stock option purchase program,)

Work-family balance (flexible schedule, possibility of working remotely, etc.).

Friendly and collaborative work atmosphere and many social activities all year long

Octasic is a company involved in its community.

We are currently looking to fill the following position:

Field Test Engineer

Description:

As a Field Test Engineer:

You will be in charge of testing the functionality of our portable wireless base station products.

You will work with multiple wireless technology standards such as 5G/NR, LTE, UMTS, and GSM

You will help Octasic to constantly assess the quality and performance of our systems.

You will be maintaining the lab and operations at the facility.

You will be responsible for the maintenance, operation and demonstration of prototype/R&D demonstration systems.

You will be required to support meetings and demonstrations for U.S. Federal Government customers.

Your daily work will consist of executing a variety of tests (stationary or drive) designed to assess our quality and performance. We will execute tests based on our Test Plans, as well as specific ad-hoc testing guided by our engineering team, and your wireless experience will contribute to identifying and troubleshooting abnormal situations.

Required skills:

RF/Wireless 3GPP standards knowledge (CDMA is a plus)

Good understanding of NAS, RRC, PHY for LTE, UMTS and 5G.

Proper understanding of Radio Frequency fundamentals

Hands on experience of Cell Selection and Mobility procedures Field Testing and validation.

Wireless market knowledge and experience working with the networks of the major carriers in the US market (Networks and UE knowledge).

Experience with Phone logging SW (TEMS Investigation, QXDM, Catcher, Shannon DM, or similar)

Experience with S&R CSS equipment is a plus.

Experience with RF Equipment (power amplifiers, power meters, antennas, etc.)

Knowledge and practical understanding of Ethernet/IP networks and Windows and Linux configuration.

Experience on Creation and Execution of Test Plans (able to execute tests following specified test steps and protocols)

Good level of scripting knowledge (Python, bash)

Friendly and easygoing attitude, with problem-solving skills.

Must possess strong interpersonal, organization, and writing skills.

Must be able to work independently as well as on different projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Collaborate with applicable technology teams to determine testing parameters.

Occasional travel may be required