RAN Test & Integration Engineer

About the Role

We're looking for a talented RAN Test & Integration Engineer to join our team and support the testing, integration and evaluation of cutting-edge mobile network technologies.

• Supporting the review, integration, acceptance testing, operation and maintenance of RAN devices, associated systems and test tools.
• Acting as a technical specialist for 4G/5G RAN technologies, SIMs, UEs and supporting platforms.
• Developing and implementing test strategies to assess functional, performance and security requirements.
• Designing, documenting and executing test cases, recording findings and producing high-quality technical reports.
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues, conducting root cause analysis and driving continuous improvement.
• Supporting security and vulnerability testing activities, enabling features and configurations required by testing teams.
• Evaluating new technologies and network components to support ongoing lab evolution.
• Maintaining and enhancing the security posture of laboratory environments.
• Collaborating with a wide range of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contributing to documentation standards, reporting processes and quality assurance activities.
• Sharing knowledge and supporting the development of colleagues across the team.

About You

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of 4G and 5G Radio Access Network technologies .
• Experience working with SIMs and User Equipment (UEs) .
• Experience building and managing Kubernetes environments.
• Knowledge of virtualised infrastructure .
• Experience using and administering telecommunications testing tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills across complex technical environments.
• Experience developing, executing and documenting test activities.
• Ability to analyse technical findings and communicate outcomes clearly through written reports and presentations.
• Experience working within Agile or sprint-based delivery environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

We'd Love to See

• Experience working within telecommunications testing, assurance or research environments.
• Experience supporting cyber security, vulnerability assessment or penetration testing activities.
• An interest in emerging telecommunications technologies and their security implications.
  

Flexible Working
Successful applicants will be expected to attend our Birmingham office a minimum of two days per week but we would prefer this role to be three days a week. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide an excellent environment for collaboration, and we encourage colleagues to make the most of our on-site workspace.
We are committed to fostering a positive work-life balance and welcome applications from candidates seeking full-time, part-time, or flexible working arrangements, subject to business needs.

About Us

UKTL is building leading edge Telecoms testing facilities to keep our telecommunications networks safe, accelerate the roll-out of new technologies, and grow our world leading telecoms sector to maintain resiliency and security. 

Read more about UKTL  here !

Successful candidates will join a state-of-the-art facility and be supporting the team conducting testing and research on the latest technologies and innovations in the industry. You will work alongside our infrastructure and Cybersecurity professionals to ensure that the UK’s world class Telecoms infrastructure grows in a resilient and secure manner underpinning growth in other industry sectors.

As a trusted and independent national capability, UKTL interacts with standards bodies, Academia, and Government Departments as well as Communications Service Providers and equipment vendors.

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. Find out more about what it is like working here -  The measure of us - Overview

NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. 

At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome. More about this on our  Diversity & Inclusion page.

We offer a wealth of above industry standard benefits, such as enhanced pension scheme, flexible working, and more that can be found here rewards, benefits and recognition .  Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing