Job Title: Verification andamp; Validation Engineer - RF SatellitesLocation: United Kingdom - Hertfordshire on siteSalary: Up to £60,000 per annumStart Date: 03 November 2025Job Type: PermanentOverview:We are currently seeking a highly skilled Verification andamp; Validation Engineer with extensive experience in RF systems to join a dynamic team focused on satellite communications technology. This role will involve validating complex RF payload systems, ensuring their performance, functionality, and reliability across a range of hardware platforms, including ASICs, DSPs, and FPGAs.Key Responsibilities/Objectives:Perform functional validation and RF testing for satellite payload systems on hardware testbenches.Design, develop, and execute test procedures to validate firmware and flight software.Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues between software and hardware, ensuring seamless performance.Collaborate with engineering teams to define test specifications and document results clearly.Ensure compliance with safety-critical software standards and contribute to process improvements in testing and validation.Required Skills andamp; Experience:Proven expertise in RF testing and firmware validation across hardware platforms such as ASICs, DSPs, and FPGAs.Strong experience in software-hardware integration and debugging.Ability to develop comprehensive test specifications and validation plans.Familiarity with safety-critical software standards (eg, MISRA, DO-178C).Experience usi