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Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet - on land, at sea and in flight.\nPosition Overview \nWe are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to operate and maintain acceptance-lab infrastructure, preparing test environments, installing builds, executing standardized test packs, capturing telemetry, and preserving golden configurations to support repeatable and auditable certification workflows. This role ensures all activities follow established tools, safety standards, and documentation practices. \nThe Senior Lab Engineer will run scripted test cases, perform CIQ and integrity checks, log defects, manage lab equipment, and publish results and artifacts aligned with acceptance criteria, OSS integrations, and NOC handover requirements for beta cycles and commercial launches. \nThis is a hands-on technical role within our satellite-cellular testing ecosystem, requiring precision, discipline, and operational excellence. Success depends on strong attention to detail, strict adherence to procedures, and the ability to work effectively with complex testing infrastructure while upholding high safety and quality standards. \nKey Responsibilities \nLab Infrastructure Operations & Environment Management\nOperate acceptance lab infrastructure to support certification workflows and ensure lab availability for scheduled testing activities \nPrepare environments by configuring lab setups, verifying connectivity, and aligning systems with test requirements \nInstall builds and software releases following established procedures for version control and configuration management \nMaintain golden configurations for lab environments to ensure repeatable baseline setups and consistent test execution \nManage lab equipment including servers, test devices, and measurement tools, ensuring optimal performance and availability \nTest Execution & Validation Activities \nExecute test packs according to established procedures and acceptance criteria with comprehensive functional and performance coverage \nRun scripted tests in automated and manual environments following standardized procedures and maintaining detailed execution logs \nCapture telemetry and performance data during test execution for accurate collection and analysis of critical system metrics \nPerform CIQ checks to validate system compliance with technical specifications and customer requirements \nQuality Assurance & Documentation \nLog defects identified during testing with detailed reproduction steps, evidence, and impact assessment for effective resolution \nPublish results and artifacts from test execution with comprehensive documentation of outcomes and certification evidence \nSupport repeatable, auditable certification workflows through consistent documentation and compliance with quality standards \nEnsure safety compliance in all lab operations following industry standards and company policies \nIntegration & Handover Support \nAlign with acceptance criteria for each test cycle ensuring validation activities meet specified requirements and quality thresholds \nSupport OSS hooks and operational support system integration points with properly formatted lab results and data \nSupport NOC handover requirements by providing test evidence, configuration documentation, and operational readiness artifacts \nSupport beta and launches through targeted testing, validation of configurations, and provision of deployment evidence \nQualifications \nRequired \nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related technical field \n5+ years’ experience in telecommunications or satellite communications testing environments with hands-on lab operations \nDemonstrated experience with test execution, lab infrastructure management, and certification processes \nProven track record with scripted testing, automated test execution, and defect tracking processes \nPreferred \nExperience in satellite communications testing, particularly LEO/MEO/GEO systems and satellite-cellular integration \nBackground in acceptance testing, CIQ processes, or certification workflows at operators or equipment vendors \nFamiliarity with NOC operational procedures and OSS integration requirements \nSkills & Competencies \nTechnical & Operational Skills\nStrong understanding of test execution methodologies and lab infrastructure operations in satellite/telecom environments \nProficiency with telemetry collection, performance monitoring, and data analysis for network validation \nKnowledge of configuration management, version control, and environment management in lab settings \nTesting & Quality Assurance\nExpertise in scripted test execution, automated testing frameworks, and manual testing procedures \nStrong defect identification, documentation, and tracking with detailed technical analysis \nExperience with CIQ processes and acceptance testing standards in telecommunications and satellite industries \nDocumentation & Communication\nExcellent technical documentation skills for test procedures, results analysis, and certification evidence \nClear communication abilities for technical reporting to engineering teams and NOC personnel \nStrong attention to detail for accurate test records and compliance documentation \nCross-Functional Interfaces \nThe Senior Lab Engineer will collaborate closely with: \nTest Engineering Teams: For test plan implementation and validation of test procedures and acceptance criteria \nNetwork Operations Center (NOC): For handover of test results and operational readiness documentation \nQuality Assurance / Certification Teams: For compliance validation and certification evidence \nSoftware Development Teams: For build installation, defect reporting, and software release validation \nInfrastructure / DevOps Teams: For lab environment maintenance and configuration management \nIntegration Teams: For OSS integration support and downstream process alignment \nKPIs / Success Criteria \nTest execution efficiency measured by on-time completion of test packs and adherence to testing timelines \nQuality of test documentation including completeness of test evidence, defect reports, and certification artifacts \nLab infrastructure availability ensuring minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance \nDefect identification accuracy with comprehensive reproduction steps and technical analysis \nConfiguration management compliance maintaining accurate golden configurations and environment baselines \nNOC handover success rate measured by acceptance of test results and readiness artifacts \nTools / Standards / Methods \nTest Management & Execution: Industry-standard test case management systems and automated test execution frameworks \nDefect Tracking & Management: Established defect tracking platforms and bug reporting systems \nTelemetry & Monitoring: Network monitoring tools, performance analysis platforms, and 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