Space Avionics Lab Engineer: Hardware Bring-up & Testing

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo's EE Avionics Dev team in Redmond, WA seeks an experienced hardware engineer to build and validate space-grade avionics hardware for satellite subsystem prototypes.

Responsibilities include qualifying PCBA, debugging, interpreting schematics, and maintaining lab equipment. Requires 3+ years in hardware/dev, ability to lift 49 pounds, IPC certifications preferred. On-site lab work in Redmond.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience
• 3+ years hands-on experience performing PCBA rework/modification/repair down to 0201 component size
• 3+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience
• Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ESD sensitive hardware safety protocols
• Perform fine pitch component rework/modification/repair on space rated PCBA down to 0201
• Perform first article PCBA inspection and polymeric inspection
• Follow detailed work instruction and obtain clarity when difficult to determine engineering intent
• Interpret electrical schematics and data sheets
• Document work performed and report discrepancies using electronic issue tracking software
• Monitor work ticket Kanban and shift work priority when requested to align with program demand
• Support electronic hardware validation testing using engineering work instruction and common electronic test equipment
• Support failure analysis and root cause identification related requests
• Support hardware bring-up, hardware debug, electrical diagnostics, environmental test set-up, reliability testing, and space environment simulation testing
• Procure and maintain Avionics lab hand tools and consumable stock
• Maintain lab toolboxes and specialized Avionics lab equipment
• Support electronic test equipment asset tracking and calibration cycles
• Maintain personal workspace and EE Avionics lab to ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 standard

Skills

Hardware development

PCB rework

Electrical theory

Robotics & controls

Lab troubleshooting

Education

Degree or certificate in related field

IPC certifications (IPC-J-STD, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-620, IPC-610)

A&P license

Tools

Jira

Slack

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon Leo's EE Avionics Dev team in Redmond, WA seeks an experienced hardware engineer to build and validate space-grade avionics hardware for satellite subsystem prototypes.

Responsibilities include qualifying PCBA, debugging, interpreting schematics, and maintaining lab equipment. Requires 3+ years in hardware/dev, ability to lift 49 pounds, IPC certifications preferred. On-site lab work in Redmond.