Avionics Lab Engineer, Amazon Leo Satellite Avionics/Sub

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA seeks an EE Avionics Dev engineer to build and validate early satellite subsystems. You will work in the Avionics Lab performing precise soldering, PCBA work, and testing.

The role requires collaboration with electrical engineers to turn design intent into functional hardware. You'll rework space-grade PCBs, follow strict ES D guidelines, and contribute to hardware bring-up, diagnostics, and environmental tests in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 3+ years hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience
• 3+ years hands-on experience performing PCBA rework/modification/repair down to 0201 component size
• 3+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
• Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ESD sensitive hardware safety protocols
• Perform fine pitch component rework/modification/repair on space rated PCBA down to 0201
• Perform first article PCBA inspection and polymeric inspection
• Follow detailed work instruction and obtain clarity when difficult to determine engineering intent
• Interpret electrical schematics and data sheets
• Document work performed and report discrepancies using electronic issue tracking software
• Monitor work ticket Kanban and shift work priority when requested to align with program demand
• Support electronic hardware validation testing using engineering work instruction and common electronic test equipment
• Support failure analysis and root cause identification related requests
• Support hardware bring-up, hardware debug, electrical diagnostics, environmental test set-up, reliability testing, and space environment simulation testing
• Procure and maintain Avionics lab hand tools and consumable stock
• Maintain lab toolboxes and specialized Avionics lab equipment
• Support electronic test equipment asset tracking and calibration cycles.
• Maintain personal workspace and EE Avionics lab to ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 standard

Skills

hardware development

test lab

space/aerospace

PCBA rework

electrical theory

automation equipment

Education

Degree or certificate in related field

Tools

Jira

Slack

MS Office

Job description

Description

Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Description

Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity. Innovation is part of our DNA! Our goal is to be Earths' most customer centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design and wireless systems. Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities

EE Avionics Dev Team - Key Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to ESD sensitive hardware safety protocols
• Perform fine pitch component rework/modification/repair on space rated printed circuit boards (PCBA) down to 0201
• Perform first article PCBA inspection and polymeric inspection
• Follow detailed work instruction and obtain clarity when difficult to determine engineering intent
• Interpret electrical schematics and data sheets
• Document work performed and report discrepancies using electronic issue tracking software
• Monitor work ticket Kanban and shift work priority when requested to align with program demand
• Support electronic hardware validation testing using engineering work instruction and common electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, etc.)
• Support failure analysis and root cause identification related requests
• Support hardware bring-up, hardware debug, electrical diagnostics, environmental test set-up, reliability testing, and space environment simulation testing
• Procure and maintain Avionics lab hand tools and consumable stock
• Maintain lab toolboxes and specialized Avionics lab equipment
• Support electronic test equipment asset tracking and calibration cycles.
• Maintain personal workspace and EE Avionics lab to ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 standard

A day in the life

The EE Avionics Dev team supports Amazon Leo's Electrical Engineering department by building and validating early satellite subsystem prototypes. Team members work from personal desks in the Avionics Lab, each equipped with precision soldering and microscope equipment. Work arrives through an electronic issue tracking system, but rarely follows a predictable schedule—most tasks are emergent and arrive with significant ambiguity. This unpredictability demands constant collaboration with electrical engineers to translate design intent into working hardware. Team members adjust their hours to match engineering schedules and shift priorities when program demands require it, ensuring prototype assembly/hardware test stays on track.

About The Team

The EE Avionics Dev team is based in Redmond, Washington. Each member holds multiple IPC certifications and receives ongoing technical training to operate and maintain precision automated equipment. The team maintains a high quality standard, consistently delivering error-free workmanship. This combination of technical skill and lab capabilities enables the team to provide engineers with quick-turn service that unblocks critical test gates and accelerates design release to Amazon Leo production.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience
• 3+ years hands-on experience performing PCBA rework/modification/repair down to 0201 component size
• 3+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
• 3+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience
• Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in related field
• Certification in IPC-J-STD, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-620 and IPC-610
• A&P license
• Experience in development of space-based systems
• Experience using software system databases, communication services (i.e., Jira, Slack), and Microsoft office suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, WA, Redmond - 39.00 - 69.00 USD hourly

Company

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Job ID: A10470122