Senior HW Dev Engineer - Antenna Systems, Leo Hardware Development

Socket.dev; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to join Project Kuiper in Redmond, WA, working on advanced antenna systems for a high-speed, low-latency satellite network.

You will design and optimize antenna blocks, develop proof-of-concept systems, collaborate on RF circuitry, and lead PCB layout reviews. Strong experience in high-speed digital design and verification is expected, with a commitment to rigorous testing and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures.
• BS degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of industrial experience especially board level analog/digital design.
• 3+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity.
• 3+ years of experience in using schematic.
• 2+ years of experience using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters.
• Experience with Mentor Graphics or Cadence layout tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize different blocks of antennas system.
• Design the proof of concept systems and prototypes for the next generation of the antennas.
• Design of RF circuitry in collaboration with RF team.
• Design of automated test systems, test fixtures and factory test.
• Bring-up and test campaigns of the active antennas.
• Lead and review PCB layout.

Skills

Functional specifications

Design verification

Functional test procedures

Analog/digital design

High-speed digital design

SERDES

Signal integrity

Power integrity

Schematic

Lab equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

MS/PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Cadence layout tools

Job description

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

As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you will be a part of the team of experts working on the development of advanced antenna systems. You will own or contribute to the following:

• Design and optimization of different blocks of antennas system
• Design the proof of concept systems and prototypes for the next generation of the antennas
• Design of RF circuitry in collaboration with RF team
• Design of automated test systems, test fixtures and factory test
• Bring-up and test campaigns of the active antennas
• Lead and review PCB layout

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.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
• BS degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of industrial experience especially board level analog/digital design
• 3+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity
• 3+ years of experience in using schematic
• 2+ years of experience using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters
• Experience with Mentor Graphics or Cadence layout tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
• Experience with the project management of technical projects
• Masters of Science or PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering
• Familiarity with analog electronic fundamentals (transistor circuits, op-amps, filters, etc)
• Experience in design, implementation, bring up and debugging of proof of concept HW and prototypes
• Familiarity with power supply design
• Proficiency in developing programs for instrument control
• Previous work experience in a programming language

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

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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 - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually