Lead Satellite Test Hardware Engineer

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo: The Integrated Vehicle Test team builds advanced test systems to validate satellite hardware and ground systems for Amazon Kuiper. You will design, deploy, and maintain test racks and bench-top hardware, bridging electrical and software teams in fast-paced development cycles.

The role emphasizes RF, networking, and mechanical integration with hands-on lab work, supporting production-scale testing and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years in hardware or systems development in aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical and systems test fundamentals, signal integrity, and test instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience with lab setup, test rack integration, and support of large systems.
• Proficiency with Ubuntu/Linux system configuration, netplan, and basic scripting (Python or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of RF signal chains and components (e.g., attenuators, filters, VNAs).
• Strong mechanical aptitude for lab assembly and hardware integration.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs, performing manual lab work, and working on ladders.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement test rack and bench-top hardware platforms to support satellite integration and test.
• Lead interdisciplinary technical efforts spanning RF, networking, mechanical integration, and test equipment automation.
• Develop, maintain, coordinate electrical ground support & test equipment for integrated vehicle testing.
• Integrate RF instrumentation, power distribution systems, sensors, and embedded components into test infrastructure.
• Write and execute test procedures, verification plans, and commissioning documentation.
• Collaborate with software and test automation teams to integrate scripting and telemetry into lab infrastructure.
• Support routine validation of satellite systems during development and production campaigns.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and technicians on lab processes and best practices.

Skills

Lab hardware development

RF testing

Scripting (Python)

Ubuntu/Linux

VNA understanding

Mechanical assembly

Electrical test fundamentals

Test rack integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ubuntu/Linux

Netplan

Python scripting

RF test equipment (RF frontend, VNAs)

Jira

Confluence

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

Amazon Leo: The Integrated Vehicle Test team builds advanced test systems to validate satellite hardware and ground systems for Amazon Kuiper. You will design, deploy, and maintain test racks and bench-top hardware, bridging electrical and software teams in fast-paced development cycles.

The role emphasizes RF, networking, and mechanical integration with hands-on lab work, supporting production-scale testing and mentoring junior staff.