Lab Engineer, Avionics Test Team, Avionics - Amazon Leo

Amazon Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC is seeking an Avionics Lab Engineer to join Amazon Leo in Redmond, WA. You will work hands-on with lab computing systems, perform verification tests, and help design and maintain test racks and wiring for avionics hardware.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent, Linux experience, and 2+ years in consumer electronics labs. You will collaborate with design, test, and operations teams to ensure high-quality hardware for satellite

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in the Linux environment.
• 2+ years in consumer electronics lab environments.
• Experience testing electronics hardware.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain lab computing systems (Windows/Ubuntu).
• Execute design verification and qualification tests for avionics hardware.
• Oversee lab spaces, manage inventory, and coordinate logistics.
• Read electrical schematics, interpret mechanical drawings, and install wiring for low voltage systems.
• Assemble test racks, wire harnesses, and automation equipment.
• Write work instructions and improve processes.

Skills

Linux

Electronics testing

Lab experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent

Tools

Test measurement equipment

Job description

Job ID: 10586957 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

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.

Our goal is to be Earth's most customer centric company, and we are just getting started. We seek professionals who are eager to join an ambitious project that continues to push the state of the art in satellite system design, verification test, and operations.

We are looking for an Avionics Lab Engineer who combines superb technical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively. You will work with a team of top-notch engineers and will collaborate with multiple spacecraft design, test, and operations teams. You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven't been solved at scale before. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot, have fun, and make a positive impact on tens of millions of people.

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

• Configure and maintain lab computing systems (Windows/Ubuntu)
• Execute design verification and qualification tests, test rack and electrical enclosure design
• Oversee lab spaces, implement 5S organization principles, order consumables, track assets and inventory, and coordinate logistics with shipping/receiving
• Troubleshoot and repair avionics circuits
• Read electrical schematics, interpret mechanical drawings, and install wiring for low voltage electrical and electronic devices
• Perform soldering and identify/handle RF cables and connectors (e.g., SMA)
• Assemble test racks, cabinets, wire harnesses, and automation equipment
• Write work instructions, assess and improve processes, and maintain attention to detail during routine operations

A day in the life

As an Amazon Leo Lab Engineer, you will be hands-on every day — assembling test hardware, soldering RF and electrical connectors, and keeping lab spaces clean and organized. You will set up and maintain Windows and Linux based systems, perform design verification and qualification tests and troubleshoot electrical issues.

About the team

Our team designs, tests, and delivers avionics subsystems such as the flight computer, power management and delivery, RF, and sensing subsystems on the satellite bus. Our team designs and delivers the test systems that enable qualifying and acceptance testing these hardware subsystems for the satellite. We take ownership and work hard to deliver the highest quality solutions to support the long-term success of Amazon Leo. This team consists of a broad set of technical backgrounds, and we look forward to welcoming people that are excited to help us deliver broadband internet to underserved communities!

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• Experience in the Linux environment
• 2+ years of consumer electronics lab environments experience
• Experience testing electronics hardware

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing RF or power conversion/distribution systems.
• Experience executing design verification tests and qualification tests on avionics hardware.
• Ability to identify issues and elevate to development teams as appropriate
• Experience constructing automated test station hardware
• Familiar with test measurement equipment used in test campaigns, including thermal chambers.
• Experience working with hardware and software teams for setting up testing, and troubleshooting prototype devices

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. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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 - 99,400.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.