HW Dev Engineer I, Payload

Amazon Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $96,600–$160,000 / yr
Posted: 40 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, creating proof of concept systems, and developing prototypes for next-generation antennas. Key responsibilities include designing RF circuitry in collaboration with the RF team, developing automated test systems and fixtures, leading PCB layout reviews, and executing bring-up and test campaigns for active antennas. The role requires expertise in hardware design, validation, and integration with real-time systems. Candidates should be proficient with schematic tools like Mentor Graphics or Cadence, as well as lab equipment including 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 Real-time Systems Source Control Management Hardware/Software Integration Automated Test Systems Antenna Systems

What you'll do

Design and optimize various components of antenna systems.
Develop proof of concept systems and prototypes for next-generation antennas.
Design RF circuitry in collaboration with the specialized RF team.
Create automated test systems, test fixtures, and factory testing protocols.
Execute bring-up and test campaigns for active antennas.
Lead and review PCB layouts to ensure design integrity.

What we're looking for

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering.
Master's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering.
2+ years of experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems, and systems.
Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems (preferred).
PhD in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience (preferred).
1+ years of experience in using schematic tools (preferred).
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