Test Engineer, Defense

Job Description

As a Test Engineer at Nokia Defense, you will play a pivotal role in the development and validation of advanced defense communication solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolution of cutting-edge technologies that support critical operations worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands-on testing, field trials and technical problem-solving while working closely with R&D teams, system experts and customers. You will work at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a team of experienced engineers and system experts to shape the future of Nokia Defense products.

Nokia Defense develops secure, resilient, and mission-critical communication solutions for defense and government customers. Our solutions combine advanced radio technologies, secure networking, software platforms, cloud-native architectures, sensing capabilities, and next-generation communications systems to support demanding operational environments.

We are looking for curious and collaborative engineer with a broad interest in technology. The role offers broad development opportunities while fostering collaboration and co-creation.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

Execute field verification and end-to-end testing activities. Validate system functionality, performance, coverage, mobility and interoperability. Analyze test results, logs, measurements and KPIs. Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis with development teams. Participate in customer trials, demonstrations and acceptance testing. Develop and maintain test automation and reporting solutions. Contribute to validation of next-generation communication and autonomous systems. Improve testing methodologies and operational readiness capabilities.

Key Skills And Experience

BSc. or MSc. degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field. Demonstrated programming or scripting skills (preferably Python). Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Valid personal identification document from a NATO-member country.Fluency to work in English and w illingness to travel occasionally and work in outdoor testing environments.

Experience with testing, verification or test automation. Experience with RF measurement equipment and data analysis tools. Experience in working with Linux environments and automated test frameworks. Knowledge of 4G/5G, RF technologies, tactical communications or mission-critical networks, drones, autonomous systems, cybersecurity or defense technologies. Valid driving license.

Please note that the candidate needs to pass/have a valid Finnish security clearance check. Additionally, this role is based in Finland and we are not offering international relocation option for this position.

About Us

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About The Team

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balanceA minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibilityEdenred benefit voucher - 400€ per yearAnnual bonus - based on individual and company performanceHealth and well-being support - occupational health services, well-being programs, employee resource groups, reimbursement for spectacle lenses, life insurance and gyms at every sitePersonal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situationsShare in Success – voluntary employee share purchase planEmployee Referral program – reward yourself and support Nokia by referring a friend to apply to NokiaCareer growth & learning - technical career path, job rotation, coaching and digital learning platformsCar benefit – the eligibility for a company car is based on employee’s job grade