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Aerospacelab, Inc.

WI · On-site

Understanding of 3GPP 5G NR specifications, especially RAN architecture * Experience in 5G RAN stack development * Background in embedded systems or performance-critical networking software What we ...

DeepSig Inc

RAN Test Engineer

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

The candidate will work closely with development, integration, and network teams to validate DU functionality within the O-RAN architecture. Key Responsibilities: * Contribute to, develop, and ...

Avcend

RAN Wireless SME

Plano, TX · On-site

$70/hr

Strong expertise in 5G NR , LTE , RAN architecture , and 3GPP standards. * Experience with PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, and PDCP protocol layers. * Hands-on experience with XCAL, QXDM, Wireshark , and Channel ...

DeepSig, Inc

RAN Test Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

The candidate will work closely with development, integration, and network teams to validate DU functionality within the O-RAN architecture. Key Responsibilities: * Contribute to, develop, and ...

Avcend

RAN Wireless SME

Plano, TX · On-site

$70/hr

Strong expertise in 5G NR , LTE , RAN architecture , and 3GPP standards. * Experience with PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, and PDCP protocol layers. * Hands-on experience with XCAL, QXDM, Wireshark , and Channel ...

Gtatelecom

RAN Wireless SME

Plano, TX · On-site

Strong knowledge of 4G/5G air interface, call processing, RAN architecture, and wireless network technologies * Strong understanding of PHY, MAC, RLC, RRC, and PDCP layers * Experience with 4G/5G ...

Eridan

Solution Engineer (Open RAN)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Solid understanding of RAN architecture - specifically Open RAN and disaggregated CU/DU/RU systems. * Solid debugging skills in all different RAN layers (L1, L2, L3). * Networking fundamentals: VLAN ...

Eridan

Solution Engineer (Open RAN)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Solid understanding of RAN architecture - specifically Open RAN and disaggregated CU/DU/RU systems. * Solid debugging skills in all different RAN layers (L1, L2, L3). * Networking fundamentals: VLAN ...

Key2Source INC

RF Design Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

Support Open RAN (O-RAN) network design and deployment activities. * Work with RU, DU, and CU components and understand their role within a 5G Open RAN architecture. * Analyze RF performance and ...

Eridan

Solution Engineer (Open RAN)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Solid understanding of RAN architecture -- specifically Open RAN and disaggregated CU/DU/RU systems. * Solid debugging skills in all different RAN layers (L1, L2, L3). * Networking fundamentals: VLAN ...

AST SpaceMobile

RAN Systems Engineer

Lanham, MD · On-site

A minimum of 5 years in cellular system engineering, RAN performance, or architecture roles (including vendor-side experience). * Proven experience in real cellular network deployment and ...

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5G NTN RAN Software Architect

WI • On-site

Aerospacelab, Inc.
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Job description

Our mission is supported by an ambitious vertically integrated approach: design & manufacture of small satellites combined with development of earth observation services.

Since its creation in 2018, the company has already grown substantially. Our team gathers more than 25 engineering expertise, from hardware design to software development & data science.

In 2025, Aerospacelab counts offices in Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium), Toulouse (France), Lausanne (Switzerland) and US West Coast with more than 350 full-time employees, with the ambition to position itself as the European leader in small satellites.

Your mission

We are building the future of 5G connectivity in space. As part of Aerospacelab, you will play a key role in analyzing and contributing to the evolution of 3GPP standards, with a focus on Non-Terrestrial Networks. Your work will ensure scalability, reliability, and performance for next-gen satellite-based communication systems.

You are a strategic thinker with strong technical depth, passionate about designing robust architectures for complex systems. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy influencing both technical and standardization directions.

Duties
  • Define and maintain the software architecture for 5G NTN gNB components
  • Ensure compliance with 3GPP standards while optimizing for satellite-specific constraints
  • Collaborate with system engineers, protocol experts, and hardware teams to deliver integrated solutions
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and propose architectural improvements
  • Contribute to internal design reviews and development efforts
Must have
  • Proven experience in software architecture for wireless communication systems
  • Strong software engineering skills and experience with distributed systems
  • Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable architectural designs
Nice to have
  • Experience with 5G NTN concepts and satellite communications
  • Understanding of 3GPP 5G NR specifications, especially RAN architecture
  • Experience in 5G RAN stack development
  • Background in embedded systems or performance-critical networking software
What we offer

Build your own career path

Direct impact on the growth of the company

Fast-paced environment

Flexible ways of working

Salary package consistent with your experience

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