Senior Wireless Systems Engineer - LEO Network Test

Amazon Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 151,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a Sr. Wireless Integration and Test Engineer to shape the wireless system architecture for a Low Earth Orbit satellite network. You will work with cross-functional teams to evaluate performance, integrate link-layers, and develop real-time waveform capture using embedded programming.

The role requires a Master's in electrical/communications engineering and 7+ years in wireless systems, with experience in C/C++ and RF lab equipment. On-site lab work in Austin, TX is expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of wireless communications systems and implementation experience.
• Experience with embedded wireless systems or embedded development in C/C++.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, IPsec, HTTP or equivalent.
• Experience in software development or agile/scrum workflows.
• Experience with RF lab equipment like VNA, power meters, spectrum analyzers.
• Experience with MATLAB or Python for test automation.
• Experience with 4G/5G NR, WiMAX, 802.11ad or related standards.
• Knowledge of OFDMA, TDMA, CDMA multiple access systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with implementation teams to evaluate and simulate system performance.
• Integrate link-layer within the stack with PHY and Network teams.
• Create time-synchronized setups using signal generators and spectrum analyzers.
• Verify timing budgets and RF line-ups in RF/IF configurations.
• Architect and document acquisition and tracking algorithms; understand Doppler compensation.
• Develop test plans using embedded programming to generate and capture waveforms in real-time.
• Contribute bring-up procedures with Linux, Python, and bash scripting.
• Work in a lab environment to assess SW/HW changes and impact on payload.
• Use RF test equipment and tools to probe RF, IF, clock, and channel quality messages.

Skills

Wireless systems

Embedded C/C++

Networking protocols

Software development / Agile

RF lab equipment

MATLAB / Python scripting

RF standards (4G/5G, WiMax)

OFDMA/TDMA/CDMA

Education

Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering or related field

Job description

Amazon Leo is seeking a Sr. Wireless Integration and Test Engineer to shape the wireless system architecture for a Low Earth Orbit satellite network. You will work with cross-functional teams to evaluate performance, integrate link-layers, and develop real-time waveform capture using embedded programming.

The role requires a Master's in electrical/communications engineering and 7+ years in wireless systems, with experience in C/C++ and RF lab equipment. On-site lab work in Austin, TX is expected.