RF DVT Engineer, Amazon Leo Silicon

Amazon Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC seeks a skilled RF DVT Engineer to drive characterization and validation of millimeter-wave RF-Digital SoCs for phased array systems. You will collaborate with RFIC designers and system engineers, perform RF bench testing, and automate data collection in a lab setting.

You will develop Python-based test scripts, debug RFICs to improve radio performance, and assemble microwave RF test setups while generating detailed design and verification reports for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years experience with RF measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of OFDMA, TDMA, and CDMA.
• Understanding of wireless physical layer to applications.
• Experience in RF/communication theory and RF engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute RF DVT test scripts in Python for characterizing RFICs.
• Debug RFICs to optimize radio performance.
• Set up RF test benches for conducted and radiated measurements.
• Generate test reports with RF Systems and RFIC teams.
• Use Git or similar tools for test automation version control.

Skills

RF measurement requirements

RFIC characterization

System architecture knowledge

Python scripting for test automation

Millimeter-wave testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Power meters

Spectrum analyzers

Vector signal generators

Network analyzers

Job description

Job ID: 10560486 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and under-served communities around the world.

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

As a RF DVT Engineer, you will be a part of silicon design team and be responsible for the characterization, optimization and validation of millimeter wave RF-Digital SoCs to be used in state-of-the art phased array systems. You will work with RFIC circuit designers and system integration engineers to perform RF bench testing, debugging, and characterizing for optimum RF Wireless SoC performance. You will be specifying procedures, assembling and calibrating microwave/RF test setups as well as automating data collection in an engineering lab environment. You must be responsive, flexible and able to succeed within an open collaborative peer environment.

A day in the life

• Develop and Execute RF DVT test scripts in Python for characterizing/optimizing RFICs.
• Debug RFICs to optimize radio performance.
• Setup RF test benches for conducted/radiated measurements in the Lab.
• Generate RF design/verification/test reports by working with RF Systems engineers, RFIC design engineers and integration teams.
• Use Git or other source control tools to check-in/check-out test automation code.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 5+ years experience with RF measurement equipment, including: power meters, spectrum analyzers, vector signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes
• Knowledge of multiple access systems including OFDMA, TDMA, and CDMA
• Knowledge of end-to-end network system architecture from wireless physical layer to application endpoints
• Experience in communication theory, OFDM, MIMO, Digital/Wireless Communication Systems or RF engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or a related field
• Wireless communications systems and implementation experience

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or a related field
• Wireless communications systems and implementation experience

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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, CA, San Diego - 153,600.00 - 215,000.00 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.