Mission Operations Systems Development Engineer, Optical Inter-Satellite Link

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

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a Mission Operations Systems Development Engineer to own the operational success of the Optical Inter-Satellite Link payloads and bus functions. You will coordinate across ground, network, and space systems to ensure peak performance with minimal manual intervention.

The role emphasizes automation, data analysis, and scalable operations; you will participate in launches, on-orbit demonstrations, and develop system-wide operation concepts while collaborating with software,

Qualifications

• Experience automating and supporting large-scale infrastructure.
• Proficiency in at least one modern language (Python, Java, etc.).
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and participate in operational rehearsals
• Coordinate and participate in launch, early operation, and critical activities
• Develop concepts for OISL network operation for missions and experiments
• Analyze system data and identify improvements
• Drive automation with scalability to reduce manual intervention
• Develop and execute integration vehicle test plans
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers

Skills

Python

Ruby

Golang

Java

C++

C#

Rust

Linux/Unix

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Mission Operations Systems Development Engineer, Optical Inter-Satellite Link

Job ID: 10501106 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Amazon Leo will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

As a Mission Operations Engineer on the Optical Inter-Satellite Link (OISL) team, you will own and execute the overall operational success of these payload and bus functions at a systems level and coordinate between engineering teams across ground, network, and space systems to achieve it. Because of the scale of the mission, you will be focused on driving automation and operational excellence — identifying areas of improvement and initiating changes to improve the productivity of the fleet and optical network.

You will coordinate and prepare for each launch and on-orbit demonstrations, design and conduct operational rehearsals, and drive automation efforts with scalability in mind, ensuring that the constellation functions at peak performance with little-to-no manual intervention. You will develop concepts for OISL network operation for missions and experiments, participate in launch and early operations, develop and perform analysis on system data, and identify areas and mechanisms for further improvement.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have strong verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, be able to juggle multiple tasks at once, be able to work independently, and maintain professionalism under pressure. You should have knowledge in space system design, optical systems, and software engineering practices.

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

• Design, conduct, and participate in operational rehearsals
• Coordinate and participate in all launch, early operation, and other critical activities
• Develop concepts for OISL network operation for missions and experiments
• Develop and perform analysis on system data, and identify areas and mechanisms for further improvement
• Drive automation efforts with scalability in mind, ensuring that satellite and constellation function operate at peak performance with little-to-no manual intervention
• Develop and execute integration vehicle test plans
• Work closely with software, hardware and systems engineers

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
• Experience with Linux/Unix
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collecting, analyzing, and utilizing data to drive process and system improvements
• Experience driving improvement programs in the operations, engineering and support fields
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle, including design, development, test, build, deployment processes and timelines
• 3+ years of engineering experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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.

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 - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 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.