RF Systems Integration & Validation Engineer - Arrays

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 117,300 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA seeks an RF Systems Integration and Validation Engineer to own test setups validating phased array and RF communication systems. You will assemble test stations, execute test plans, and support lab, environmental, and in-orbit campaigns.

Strong Linux, RF hardware and mechanical fixture experience is needed. The role involves working with mechanical, antenna, and RF engineers to refine fixtures, troubleshoot test failures, and ensure

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with prototyping and implementation.
• 4+ years of antenna design related to 3G/4G technologies, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth products experience.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute integration and validation test plans for phased arrays, RF front-ends, and full communication chains, documenting results and anomalies.
• Operate test equipment and Linux-based control systems via command-line tools and scripts; contribute to scripting improvements (e.g., Python, Matlab, Bash).
• Build, configure, and maintain RF and system test setups, including cabling, fixtures, motion systems, and environmental test interfaces.
• Work with mechanical, antenna, and RF engineers to design and refine fixtures, mounts, and interfaces for repeatable measurements.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of test failures across RF, digital, and mechanical domains; provide clear written and verbal summaries.
• Ensure test setups are safe, documented, and reproducible, including maintaining test procedures, checklists, and configuration control.
• Provide feedback to systems development and test automation engineers to improve robustness and usability of automated test flows.
• Assist with environmental and qualification testing (thermal, vibe, EMI/EMC, etc.) as needed.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Antenna design

Prototype development

3G/4G Wi‑Fi Bluetooth

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys FEM

Job description

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA seeks an RF Systems Integration and Validation Engineer to own test setups validating phased array and RF communication systems. You will assemble test stations, execute test plans, and support lab, environmental, and in-orbit campaigns.

Strong Linux, RF hardware and mechanical fixture experience is needed. The role involves working with mechanical, antenna, and RF engineers to refine fixtures, troubleshoot test failures, and ensure