Role: 5G NTN Consultant- Satellite Comms
Overview
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical guidance for 5G NTN architecture, integration, and protocol behaviour
Design and support E2E NTN testbeds across:
O-RAN gNB (RU/DU/CU/RIC)
Core Network
Payload and feederlink systems
Define emulator vs hardware-in-loop strategies
Evaluate UE simulators and channel emulators
Support NTN-specific testing:
Doppler compensation
Timing synchronization
Beam hopping
Satellite handovers
Feederlink switchover
Develop integration and regression test strategies
Drive lab orchestration and automation requirements
Required Skills
8+ years in 5G systems engineering
Strong knowledge in:
RAN (RU/DU/CU)
O-RAN
Core Network
UE behavior
Hands-on 5G NTN testbed experience
Expertise in 3GPP Rel-17/18 NTN standards
Experience with:
UE simulators
Channel emulators
O-RAN interfaces (eCPRI, NETCONF/YANG, RIC)
Ability to execute complex integration and validation plans
Preferred
Experience at LEO satellite or NTN companies
Knowledge of satellite ground systems and feederlink architectures
Familiarity with:
srsRAN
OpenAirInterface
Amarisoft
Experience with CI/CD and lab automation
Education
BS/MS in EE, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.