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4G/5G RAN Test Engineer III

Plano, TX · On-site

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4G/5G RAN Test Engineer III

Plano, TX • On-site

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4G/5G RAN Test Engineer III- Contract- Plano TX

We are seeking a 4G/5G RAN Test Engineer III for a contract opportunity in Plano, TX with a leading global wireless technology organization. This role will focus on LTE/5G RAN product and feature validation, system testing, protocol analysis, O-RAN, virtualization, and end-to-end network performance. The engineer will work in a customer lab environment validating next-generation wireless products and software releases.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RAN System Test/Validation Engineer who enjoys working hands-on with advanced 4G/5G technologies. You will have the opportunity to work with O-RAN, Kubernetes, virtualized RAN platforms, multi-vendor radio environments, and new 5G features, while collaborating with engineering teams, customers, and global R&D teams. The ideal candidate has strong RAN protocol knowledge and can take a new feature from requirements through test strategy, execution, troubleshooting, and customer acceptance.

Contract Duration: 12+ Months

Required Skills & Experience
  • 8–10+ years of directly related wireless/RAN engineering experience; Master’s degree with 6+ years preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering field
  • Strong hands-on experience with 4G LTE and 5G NR RAN
  • Strong experience with RAN system testing, product validation, and feature validation
  • Strong understanding of 4G/5G air interface and call processing
  • In-depth knowledge of PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, and RRC layers
  • Understanding of DL/UL scheduling, LTE power control, Beamforming, MIMO, and EN-DC
  • Hands-on experience with lab testing and IOT/interoperability testing
  • Experience with inter-vendor radio testing
  • Experience with O-RAN product validation
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and virtualization system integration
  • Experience with XCAL, QXDM, Wireshark, and protocol analyzers
  • Experience with channel emulators, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
  • Understanding of 3GPP RAN and Core network architecture
  • Understanding of S1 and X2 interfaces
  • Experience troubleshooting complex RAN, protocol, and performance issues
  • Experience with EMS/network element management, software upgrades, and MOP verification
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience with ongoing 3GPP Release activities
  • Experience with eMTC and NB-IoT
  • Software development or scripting experience
  • Experience developing test strategies, test plans, and detailed test documentation
  • Parameter optimization and RAN performance analysis experience
  • Strong understanding of both hardware and software architecture
  • Customer-facing technical presentation experience
  • Experience working with geographically distributed R&D and engineering teams
  • Ability to travel sporadically during the project
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
  • 30% 4G/5G RAN Product & Feature Validation
  • 20% Wireless Protocol & Call Processing Analysis
  • 15% O-RAN / Inter-Vendor Radio Testing
  • 15% Kubernetes / Virtualization & Test-Bed Integration
  • 10% Performance Analysis & Troubleshooting
  • 10% Test Tools, Reporting & Customer Presentations
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands On – Lab testing, feature validation, protocol analysis, test execution, O‑RAN/interoperability testing, virtualization bring‑up, performance analysis, and troubleshooting
  • 10% Management Duties – Test planning, documentation, reporting, tracking deliverables, and ensuring customer commitments are achieved
  • 20% Team Collaboration – Working with customers, R&D, engineering, and support teams on product validation, troubleshooting, and new product rollouts
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