HW Dev Engineer-Payload, Hardware Development

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 105,600 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for disabilities

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company is seeking a HW Dev Engineer in Redmond to work on innovative phased array antenna systems for satellite communication. Responsibilities include PCBA development, designing high-speed circuits, and leading PCB layout efforts. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 4 years of experience in mixed signal PCBA design. Competitive salary from $105,600 to $185,000 based on market location.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in mixed signal PCBA design.
• 3+ years of experience using schematic tool.
• 2+ years using lab equipment.
• 1+ years of experience in high-speed digital design.

Responsibilities

• Own PCBA development from concept through production.
• Design and optimize different blocks of electronics sub-systems.
• Lead PCB vendor engagement for DFM review.
• Generate test plans/procedures based off high level requirements.

Skills

Mixed signal PCBA design

Schematic tool usage

High-speed digital design

Lab equipment usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics Xpedition

Cadence OrCad

Altium Designer

Job description

HW Dev Engineer-Payload, Hardware Development

Job ID: 3113983 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

A day in the life: As an Hardware Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most innovative, challenging, and exciting phased array antenna systems in industry right now. You will engage with an experienced team to conceive and design phased arrays aimed at delighting customers with affordable, reliable, high bandwidth connectivity. You will work closely with Project Kuiper’s various sub-teams and engage third party suppliers to drive product definition, design, optimization, implementation, and test. The Hardware Engineer will have a complete understanding of how their design changes impact downstream partners such as operations, supply chain, product management, and reliability.

Amazon strongly believes in Ownership and you will have the opportunity to own your designs from concept through production. You will own or contribute to the following:

• Own PCBA development from concept through production
• Design and optimize different blocks of electronics sub-systems
• Design high-speed digital and/or RF circuitry in collaboration with various teams
• Lead and review schematic capture and PCB layout
• Lead PCB vendor engagement for DFM review
• Optimize PCB stack-up for performance and cost
• Generate test plans/procedures based off high level requirement definition
• Complete board bring-up and perform test campaigns for different modules and subsystems
• Design of automated test systems, test fixtures, and factory test
• Support the transition of the designs to production

About the hiring group: The payload antenna team is responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, validation, qualification, and new product introduction to manufacturing for all satellite phased arrays. These antenna systems will meet performance requirements defined by the RF/modem team as well as environmental and reliability requirements defined by the mechanical team. To this end, the antenna team collaborates closely with all the partner teams including silicon, power, mechanical, thermal, modem, RF/Coms system, and SW teams.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• 4+ years of industry experience in mixed signal PCBA design
• 3+ years of experience in using schematic tool (Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Cadence OrCad, or Altium Designer)
• 2+ years of experience in using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters
• 1+ years of experience in high-speed digital design (SERDES, Ethernet, PCIe, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience with signal and/or power integrity
• Experience with PCB layout tools

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.