Senior Payload Integration & Test RF Communications System Engineer, Amazon Leo

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Leo in Redmond, WA seeks a Senior Payload Integration & Test RF Communications System Engineer to design, test, and validate satellite payload testbeds and RF systems. You will define test plans, diagnose issues, and collaborate across embedded, cloud, and hardware teams to ensure robust performance.

The role prefers an EE background with extensive RF experience, hands-on RF measurement, scripting for tests, and dashboarding skills using SQL/Grafana/Quicksight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, 10+ years RF/aerospace experience.
• 5+ years RF design, testing or verification with launched products.
• Experience with RF payload testing, system integration, and RF analysis.
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (Python, Bash) for test development.
• Dashboard development experience with SQL, Grafana or QuickSight.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and troubleshoot satellite payload testbeds to validate constellation hardware and software builds
• Define test plans, procedures, pass/fail criteria, and KPI metrics for lab and RF chamber testing
• Deep-dive into component and subsystem designs to document expectations and remedy test failures
• Collaborate with embedded & cloud software, modem, networking, mechanical, and compliance teams
• Implement, validate, and optimize RF lab setups, including antenna and measurement equipment
• Configure test equipment for automated operation: satellite link emulator, spectrum analyzer, signal generator
• Interpret test results, troubleshoot, and perform root-cause analysis for failures
• Document and report test results, test coverage, and KPI metrics with developers and leadership

Skills

RF systems knowledge

Lab testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Python scripting

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Bash

SQL

Grafana

Quicksight

Spectrum analyzers

Vector signal generators

Network analyzers

Job description

Senior Payload Integration & Test RF Communications System Engineer, Amazon Leo

Job ID: 10524171 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Key job responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and troubleshoot satellite payload testbeds to validate constellation hardware and software builds
• Define test plans, procedures, pass/fail criteria, and other KPI metrics for lab and RF chamber testing
• Deep-dive into component and subsystem designs to document expectations, evaluate tests, remedy test failures, and provide quick feedback to improve performance
• Collaborate with diverse technical teams such as embedded & cloud software, modem, networking, mechanical, and compliance teams to validate system functionality and performance
• Implement, validate, and optimize RF lab sets-up composed of antenna, measurement equipment, and prototype equipment, including analyzing RF link budgets
• Configure test equipment for automated operation: satellite link emulator, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.
• Interpret test results, troubleshoot issues, and perform root-cause analysis for any test failures
• Document and report test results, test coverage, and other KPI metrics and communicate issues and status effectively with developers and leadership

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 10+ years of RF, satellite, aerospace, or related industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in RF design, testing and/or verification with launched products

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with RF payload satellite testing & verification, system integration and RF system analysis
• Experience with communications theory and RF systems: S-parameters, losses, polarization, MIMO, free-space optics, spread spectrum, matching, etc.
• Understanding of the challenges associated with low-Earth-orbit satellite communications: frequency bands, regulatory, earth stations, path loss, power spectral density, power flux density, etc.
• Hands-on experience with RF measurement equipment, including: power meters, spectrum analyzers, vector signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes
• Proficiency with scripting/automation (Python, Bash, or similar) for test development
• Experience with dashboard development, including SQL/Grafana/Quicksight or similar

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.

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

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.