Senior Phased Array Architect, Payload Phased Array Systems

Socket.dev; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Phased Array Architect in Redmond, WA, to define and lead the architectural vision for advanced phased array antenna systems. You will guide RF, digital, and hardware teams, ensuring design robustness, scalability, and manufacturability while aligning with business goals.

You will mentor engineers and drive cross-functional collaboration across product management, supply chain, and operations to enable high-volume production of cutting-edge satellite communications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical or computer engineering.
• 7+ years of leading design or architecture of new/existing systems.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver products on tight deadlines.
• Experience with phased array design principles like beamforming, steering, and calibration.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the architectural vision for phased array antenna systems aligned with performance, scalability, and reliability goals.
• Serve as the technical authority on phased array systems and contribute to long-term technology roadmaps.
• Drive system-level design and optimization across RF, digital, and hardware teams.
• Oversee system integration between phased array systems, RF front-ends, and digital beamforming architectures.
• Guide cross-functional teams to meet performance, power, and thermal targets.
• Collaborate with product management and operations to align architectural decisions with business goals.
• Set direction for manufacturability and testability for high-volume production.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers to foster technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

HFSS/CST/ADS

System modeling tools

Job description

Senior Phased Array Architect

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 underserved communities around the world.

• Define and lead the architectural vision for advanced phased array antenna systems, ensuring they align with performance, scalability, and reliability goals.
• Serve as the technical authority on phased array systems, providing strategic input on program decisions and long-term technology roadmaps.
• Drive system-level design and optimization, creating blueprints that guide RF, digital, and hardware teams across the organization.
• Oversee system integration, ensuring seamless interaction between phased array systems, RF front-ends, and digital beamforming architectures.
• Guide cross-functional teams—including RF, software, and systems engineers—to implement designs that meet stringent performance, power, and thermal targets.
• Collaborate with product management, supply chain, and operations to ensure architectural decisions align with business goals and production realities.
• Set architectural direction for manufacturability and testability, ensuring designs are robust, scalable, and ready for high-volume production.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, cultivating a team culture of technical excellence and innovation.

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

• Bachelor's degree or above in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• 7+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver products and projects on tight deadlines
• Experience in phased array design principles, including beamforming, steering, and calibration.
• Experience with RF front-end design, high-speed digital systems, and signal integrity.
• Experience with system modeling tools and architectural design methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• Experience in Space Vehicle/Satellite Operations, Space Communications or related industry
• Experience in wireless system design and architecture, system integration, and RF system analysis
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with EM simulation tools (e.g., CST, HFSS, ADS) and system-level modeling platforms.
• Knowledge of at least one modern programming or scripting language such as C, C++, Python, or MATLAB

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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Salary & 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 - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually