Test Automation Specialist- Ispra Italy

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 and reports
• Support testing and validation campaigns for European navigation programmes

Infrastructure & Network Support

• Support laboratory network administration
• Contribute to laboratory maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in the deployment and operation of technical environments

Requirements

Essential

• Degree in Telecommunications, Navigation, Geomatics, Engineering, Computer Science or similar
• Strong Python and/or MATLAB development skills
• Minimum 3 years of experience in:
  • Version control systems (Git or similar)
  • Data analysis and visualisation
  • Scientific or laboratory instrumentation
• Familiarity with GNSS technologies and satellite navigation systems
• Good knowledge of Linux environments
• Strong English communication skills (B2+)

Nice to Have

• Network administration experience
• Embedded development or VHDL knowledge
• SDR (Software Defined Radio) experience
• Experience with AI tools and AI-assisted workflows
• Knowledge of Galileo, EGNOS or positioning technologies
• Additional European language
• EU Security Clearance (or eligibility)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Permanent or freelance engagement
• Work on strategic European space and navigation programmes
• International and multicultural environment
• Long-term project stability
• Access to advanced research laboratories and technologies
• Exposure to cutting-edge GNSS, PNT and space innovation projects
• Collaborative engineering environment