Lab Engineer- Lab Operations, Plexus

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

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC is seeking a Test Lab Operations Automation & Operations Engineer to support and automate testing in Leo Labs and Manufacturing environments in Redmond, WA. You will bridge LEO development, testing and operations, configuring hardware and automation while delivering updates to management.

The role emphasizes implementing automated test systems, CI/CD pipelines, and data reporting, while collaborating with software and hardware teams to streamline

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience.
• 4+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for customers using test environments.
• Implement and maintain automated test systems and Python/LabVIEW-based test frameworks in high-paced production environments.
• Perform hardware/software integration and real-time troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor.
• Configure and integrate test equipment with automation systems.
• Set up and maintain automated testing platforms (TestStand, LabVIEW).
• Implement data collection, reporting tools, and automated notification systems.
• Manage version control and change management for automation tools.
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide technical support and training for laboratory automation users.
• Create comprehensive documentation for automated systems and procedures.
• Debug communication issues between test equipment and control systems.
• Support Manufacturing Engineers and Lab Technicians on test station issues.
• Understand test station network infrastructure.

Skills

Hardware development

Test lab experience

Automation

Tools

TestStand

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

Job ID: 10580769 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Manufacturing Systems Engineering under Leo Production Operations is responsible for delivering test software, hardware, and frameworks that improve the speed and quality of satellite component testing. We partner with engineering and production teams to enhance reliability and repeatability of our test systems, improve throughput, and accelerate transition.

We are seeking a Test Lab Operations Automation & Operations Engineer to perform operations support and implement / integrate automated testing solutions in Leo Labs and Manufacturing environment. This role serves as a bridge between LEO developers, testing, and operations teams, focusing on configuring hardware, test equipment, and maintaining automated testing infrastructure to streamline laboratory operations. In this role you will work across the org with many software and hardware teams to provide operational support and implementation of automation solutions providing updates to senior management and stakeholders.

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

• Provide operational support for customers using test environemnts
• Implement and maintain automated test systems, TestStand sequences, and Python/LabVIEW-based test frameworks in high-paced production environments
• Perform hardware/software integration and real-time troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor
• Configure and integrate test equipment with automation systems
• Set up and maintain automated testing platforms (TestStand, LabVIEW)
• Implement data collection, reporting tools, and automated notification systems
• Manage version control and change management processes for automation tools
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Provide technical support and training for laboratory automation users
• Create comprehensive documentation for automated systems and procedures
• Debug communication issues between test equipment and control systems
• Support Manufacturing Engineers and Lab Technicians on test station issues
• Understanding of test station network infrastructure

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience

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.

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