Hardware Development Engineer I, Payload

Amazon Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $96,600–$160,000 / yr
Posted: 42 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $128k

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Amazon Inc. is the world''s largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, operating the Amazon marketplace, AWS cloud platform, Prime subscription services, Alexa voice AI, and logistics infrastructure. Industry: E-Commerce & Cloud Computing

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HW Dev Engineer I - Payload, Amazon Leo Hardware Development is a role within the hardware development team focused on advanced antenna systems for a low Earth orbit satellite constellation. The engineer will be responsible for designing and optimizing antenna system blocks, developing proof of concept systems, and creating prototypes for next-generation antennas. Daily responsibilities include designing RF circuitry in collaboration with the RF team, developing automated test systems and fixtures, performing bring-up and test campaigns for active antennas, and leading or reviewing PCB layouts. The role requires expertise in hardware design and validation of components and subsystems. Key technical skills include proficiency with schematic tools, Mentor Graphics or Cadence layout tools, and lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters to support the full product lifecycle from concept through production.

Skills

RF Circuitry PCB Layout Mentor Graphics Cadence Oscilloscopes Logic Analyzers Multi-meters Hardware Design Real-time Systems Source Control Management Automated Test Systems Antenna Systems Hardware/Software Integration

What you'll do

Design and optimize various blocks of antenna systems.
Develop proof of concept systems and prototypes for next-generation antennas.
Design RF circuitry in collaboration with the RF team.
Design automated test systems, test fixtures, and factory testing procedures.
Execute bring-up and test campaigns for active antennas.
Lead and review PCB layouts.
Support the design, debug, validation, and optimization of products throughout the lifecycle.

What we're looking for

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
2+ years of experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems, and systems.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics, or equivalent.
Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
Knowledge of full software/hardware/networks development life cycle practices (preferred).
Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems (preferred).
PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience (preferred).
Export control laws and regulations, candidates.