RF Engineer

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$117,300–$160,000 / yr
Posted
78 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $170k
This role $139k
$108k most similar roles pay here $204k

This role pays less than 85% of similar roles. Most pay $152,000–$187,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $139k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

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About Amazon Inc

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

Amazon Inc currently has 457 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · RF Engineer

The RF Engineer, amazon LEO, Plexus joins the Plexus team to support a Low Earth Orbit satellite constellation providing high-speed broadband connectivity. This role involves developing requirements, reviewing designs, and building ground test capabilities for the constellation. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing link budget analysis, selecting RF ICs and passive components, and optimizing PCB schematics and layouts. The engineer will use specialized test equipment to validate and troubleshoot RF performance from sub-component to system levels while collaborating cross-functionally to meet industrial design requirements. Key technical skills required include antenna fundamentals, radiation theory, and EM simulation experience. Additionally, the role involves coordinating with manufacturing teams to ensure efficient factory testing of device performance. The work focuses on solving complex hardware integration challenges within the specific domain of satellite communications and radio frequency engineering.

What you'll do

  • Perform link budget analysis and select appropriate RF ICs and passive components.
  • Review and optimize PCB schematics and layouts for satellite systems.
  • Build, calibrate, and operate test environments to validate hardware and software configurations.
  • Use specialized test equipment to validate RF performance from sub-component to system levels.
  • Troubleshoot complex RF issues across various hardware components and integrated systems.
  • Ensure industrial designs do not create unintentional radiators that impact receiver sensitivity.
  • Review manufacturing test fixture designs to ensure efficient factory testing to specifications.

What we're looking for

  • At least 4 years of experience in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of antenna fundamentals and radiation theory.
  • Experience with EM simulation.
  • Experience designing complex mechanical products and equipment at volume.
  • Knowledge of full software, hardware, and network development life cycle practices.
  • Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems.

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