Mobile Field Test Engineer (SHQ GPS)

BTI Solutions Inc
Bellevue, United States of America
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Bellevue, United States of America

Tech stack

LTE (Telecommunication)
Firmware
Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
GPS Navigation Devices
Python
Log Analysis
Microsoft Office
Wireless Networks
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Information Technology
Satellite Navigation
GNSS

Job description

We are seeking a GPS Mobile Test Engineer to support testing of GPS/GNSS functionality on mobile devices in real-world environments. This role focuses on location accuracy, mobility testing, and basic device validation to support R&D and QA teams., * Conduct field and drive testing to evaluate GPS/GNSS performance on mobile devices

  • Perform mobility and stationary tests to verify location accuracy, signal strength, and satellite acquisition
  • Record device logs and GPS performance data, and report any issues or anomalies
  • Follow test plans covering routes, devices, and environmental conditions
  • Validate software or firmware updates affecting GPS functionality
  • Document test results and submit concise technical reports
  • Maintain and prepare mobile devices, GPS receivers, and test equipment
  • Collaborate with R&D, QA, and carrier teams as needed

Requirements

This position is suitable for candidates with hands-on mobile device testing experience who want exposure to GPS, GNSS, and satellite positioning systems without requiring deep protocol or chipset-level expertise., * Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

  • Some experience in mobile device testing or GPS/location-based testing
  • Basic understanding of GPS/GNSS systems and mobile networks (5G, LTE, 3G)
  • Familiarity with mobile device software and connectivity testing
  • Experience with log analysis tools (QXDM, QPST, XCAL, Shannon DM, or similar)
  • Ability to capture GPS/device logs and report testing results
  • Comfortable working with Microsoft Office for reporting
  • Ability to work independently and troubleshoot basic location performance issues in the field

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to satellite navigation systems (LEO/GEO, GNSS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS)
  • Some experience with RF or GPS test tools
  • Familiarity with Android devices and mobile testing procedures
  • Basic scripting or automation experience (ADB, Python, Shell)

Work Environment

  • Mostly field-based testing (drive/walk routes) with occasional lab setup
  • Testing may occur in urban, rural, or limited-connectivity areas
  • Travel up to 5% for project needs
  • May require extended hours or weekend testing for test cycles
  • Hands-on work with mobile devices, GPS receivers, and test equipment

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to test locations
  • Comfortable handling mobile and GPS test devices in the field

About the company

Everyone on our team has earned a CPC (Certified Personnel Consultant) or CTS (Certified Temporary Staffing Specialist) accreditation from the National Association of Personnel Services. We are experts at staffing and recruiting with more than 16 years of experience serving employers. Proven process. Our approach to staffing isn't just a little bit different; it's a whole different ball game. While most staffing firms emphasize transactional services (taking and filling job orders), BTI Solutions focuses on providing more strategic solutions. By acting as workforce consultants, we are able to find innovative and intelligent strategies for improving productivity, meeting project deadlines, improving hiring quality, decreasing turnover, and reducing total labor costs. Our recruiting and candidate assessment process assures the highest quality matches between job seeker and employer, so you will get people who not only have the right qualifications but who also have the appropriate personality fit for your organization. Proven results. More than anything, the biggest difference with BTI Solutions is the one that matters most: bottom-line results. * 95% client satisfaction rate - measures client satisfaction vs. expectations. * Our clients have worked with us for over 10 years, on average. * BTI Solutions counts 4 Global Telecommunication companies as clients. * Client referrals are BTI Solutions' largest source of new clients. * Google Review 4.4, Facebook Review 4.8

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