About

• You will be working as a member of a multi-disciplined test team which provides
• the Testing and Qualification of RF, Analogue and Digital Electronic modules and
• the RF outputs of complete simulators. The role will encompass a broad outlook
• in test design and execution of software and/or hardware projects. The role will
• suit undergraduates who are looking to further their career as an RF, Firmware
• or Systems Engineer.  

• An Engineer will act as mentor throughout the placement. 

• About Spirent Communications

• Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions
• for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

• We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the
• test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies,
• including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles and beyond. From testing in the lab to
• testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to
• their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

• Why Spirent?... Because together we can shape tomorrow!

• Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and
• work alongside some of the industry’s most passionate subject matter experts. In
• an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think,
• explore, create, and make change happen.

• At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in
• the ever-changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where
• difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness
• are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or
• offensive behaviour of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that
• genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where
• everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

• Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to
• perform, grow, and contribute – with the confidence to be yourself. And to
• support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to
• creating the right work and life balance experience!

• Join Spirent and together let’s shape tomorrow!

• Qualifications

• As a PVT Placement Student, you will have completed the 1st and 2nd year of a
• relevant Engineering degree course.  We will be looking for experience or an
• interest in: 
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• * RF testing - Use of RF test equipment, Spectrum Analysers, Power meters and
• RF oscilloscope. 

• * Data modulation schemes 

• * Writing clear and concise test/bug reports 

• * Developing where appropriate, automated test environments, using automation
• tools and scripts 

• * GPS systems or receivers 

• * Digital Electronics 

• * RF, GPS and/or Communication Engineering 

• Job Behaviours:  

• * Excellent communication skills across a range of stakeholders and/or
• cross-functional teams 

• * Ability to work as part of a multi-site team and preparedness to seek out
• help when needed 

• * Solutions focussed with good problem-solving skills 

• * Curious with a self-driven mindset for learning new technologies