Lead 5G NTN Payload Verification Architect

Amazon Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a 5G NTN Payload Verification Architect to own the D2D verification strategy for a space-qualified phased array. You will define what to verify, trace requirements to test plans, and coordinate across payload, antenna, silicon, and calibration teams.

This is a hands-on, lab-oriented role with on-orbit commissioning responsibilities. In this dual-domain role, you will drive 5G NTN conformance for satellite operations and manage the cascade of tests from component to system

Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of verification experience in communication systems.
• Experience with RF measurement equipment and test automation.

Responsibilities

• Define verification strategy across the full test hierarchy.
• Own conformance verification adapted for satellite operations.
• Oversee aerospace qualification campaigns (vacuum, vibration, radiation).
• Collaborate with multiple engineering teams to build and execute tests.

Skills

RF measurement

3GPP conformance testing

Phased array testing

Lab hands-on engineering

Education

Master's in electrical engineering

Tools

Power meters

Spectrum analyzers

Vector signal generators

Network analyzers

Oscilloscopes

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Amazon Leo is seeking a 5G NTN Payload Verification Architect to own the D2D verification strategy for a space-qualified phased array. You will define what to verify, trace requirements to test plans, and coordinate across payload, antenna, silicon, and calibration teams.

This is a hands-on, lab-oriented role with on-orbit commissioning responsibilities. In this dual-domain role, you will drive 5G NTN conformance for satellite operations and manage the cascade of tests from component to system