Senior HW Dev Engineer, Payload

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
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$159,200–$215,300 / yr
Posted
68 days ago
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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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TL;DR · Senior HW Dev Engineer, Payload

The Senior HW Dev Engineer-Payload, Hardware Development joins the payload team to architect, design, and validate satellite payload systems. This role involves owning PCBA development from concept through production, including designing high-speed digital circuitry, optimizing PCB stack-ups, and leading schematic capture and layout. The engineer will collaborate with various sub-teams to drive product definition, perform board bring-up, and design automated test systems and fixtures. Key technical requirements include experience with high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity, and using Xpedition or Cadence layout tools. The position requires proficiency with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters to solve complex problems in phased array antenna systems. The work focuses on meeting rigorous environmental and reliability requirements for low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity satellites.

What you'll do

  • Own PCBA development from initial concept through final production.
  • Design and optimize various electronics sub-systems and high-speed digital circuitry.
  • Lead schematic capture, PCB layout, and stack-up optimization for performance and cost.
  • Manage PCB vendor engagement for Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews.
  • Generate test plans and procedures based on high-level requirement definitions.
  • Perform board bring-up and execute test campaigns for modules and subsystems.
  • Design automated test systems, test fixtures, and factory test processes.
  • Support the transition of hardware designs into full-scale production.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum.
  • BS degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of industrial experience in board level analog/digital design.
  • 1+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity.
  • 3+ years of experience using schematic tools.
  • 2+ years of experience using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters.
  • Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
  • Export control laws and regulations, candidates.

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