Manual Test Engineer, Chinese Speaker
ThunderSoft
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- Lead and mentor SMEs in RF, antenna, modem, UT/LS systems, and LEO constellation technologies.
- Foster a high-performance engineering culture focused on innovation, accountability, and delivery.
- Ensure effective coordination between SMEs and internal software development teams.
- Facilitate technical alignment between hardware SMEs, internal software engineering teams, and external development partners.
- Drive cross-functional integration across engineering, product, operations, and business units.
- Champion stakeholder alignment to ensure engineering priorities support broader organizational goals.
- Provide strategic guidance on system architecture, design, and integration of UT/LS and LEO systems.
- Oversee engineering activities related to LEO constellation deployment, link budgets, and dynamic network behavior.
- Lead technical reviews, risk assessments, and design validation processes.
- Support program execution across satellite initiatives, including LEO and hybrid constellations.
- Manage vendor relationships and ensure technical compliance, quality, and performance.
- Lead technical evaluations and support procurement decisions for UT/LS and LEO-related components.
- Drive the technology roadmap for UT/LS systems and LEO constellation integration.
- Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies such as beamforming, phased arrays, and advanced waveform modems.
- Contribute to long-term planning for scalable, resilient, and high-throughput satellite networks.
- Ensure engineering practices meet industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ITU, FCC, ETSI).
- Support certification, testing, and interoperability efforts for LEO-capable terminals and ground systems.
- Communicate technical progress, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
- Represent the engineering organization in strategic discussions and cross-functional planning forums.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s and/or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in satellite communications, with at least 10+ years in progressive leadership roles
- Proven expertise in RF systems, antenna design, modem technologies, UT/LS architecture, and LEO satellite constellations.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and interfacing with software development organizations and external partners.
- Familiarity with standards such as DVB-S2X, 5G NTN, MEF, networking and relevant ITU/ETSI specifications.
- Experience in satellite operator environments and managing complex technical programs.
- Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to drive cross-functional alignment and collaboration.
- Effective problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in engineering tools, simulation platforms, and project management systems.
- Willingness and legal ability to travel internationally; must maintain an up-to-date passport.
- This role has direct reports and will manage SMEs across a variety of technical topics.
