Test Development Engineer, Mechanical Dev Test & Integration

Amazon Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC is seeking a Test Development Engineer to design and implement automated test equipment for satellite hardware development. You will build test benches, validate hardware, and collaborate with design, manufacturing, and reliability teams to ensure performance and reliability.

The role requires hands-on experience with hardware test, data acquisition, MATLAB or Python automation, and strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced aerospace environment at

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, materials or physics.
• Experience with hardware design and validation.
• Experience with test plan development and test bench infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, develop, and implement test equipment for satellite hardware development.
• Author, refine and implement validation, verification, and qualification tests.
• Develop test, data acquisition, and control automation.
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments for reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share findings and solutions.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Test automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent

Tools

CAD

FEA

Job description

Test Development Engineer, Mechanical Dev Test & Integration

Job ID: 10576436 | 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.

We are looking for a Test Development Engineer to design and implement test infrastructure for mechanical systems in support of satellite hardware development. This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging opportunity to work with thought leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality, and reliability.

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.

Key job responsibilities

• Design, analyze, develop, and implement test equipment and infrastructure used in satellite flight hardware development and qualification.
• Author, refine and implement validation, verification, acceptance and qualification test procedures.
• Develop test, data acquisition, and control automation.
• Participate in design reviews, and risk assessments, to contribute to the continuous improvement of satellite hardware performance and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, systems, reliability, and quality engineers, to gather information, share findings, and develop solutions.

A day in the life

As a Amazon Leo Test Development Engineer, you will own the design and implementation of automated test equipment used to validate satellite hardware designs from initial prototypes, through functional testing, and into pilot production. You will work with design and manufacturing teams to specify test equipment requirements, design test fixtures, develop test plans, and execute test campaigns to support development and production test initiatives. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and comfortable operating in a fast-paced development environment.

About the team

This team is organized within the satellite mechanical design team to accelerate the design iteration process and ensure on-time delivery of the most stable and successful product possible. The tasks and daily focus change rapidly, and you will often take on new and exciting responsibilities as required to ensure project success. Expect to be deployed to complex problems and novel technical challenges that push you to develop new skills. You’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent
• Experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems
• Experience with test plan development, building the necessary test bench infrastructure, developing tests and verifying the design

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in test setup automation using MATLAB, Python, or Pearl
• Knowledge of industry standard CAD & FEA design tools, industry trends, and design for manufacturability
• Experience handling ambiguous or undefined challenges through strong problem solving abilities
• Experience communicating with users, other technical teams, and management to collect requirements, describe software product features, and technical designs
• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

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 .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in test setup automation using MATLAB, Python, or Pearl
• Knowledge of industry standard CAD & FEA design tools, industry trends, and design for manufacturability
• Experience handling ambiguous or undefined challenges through strong problem solving abilities
• Experience communicating with users, other technical teams, and management to collect requirements, describe software product features, and technical designs
• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

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 - 96,600.00 - 160,000.00 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.