Senior Electrical Engineer, Launch Vehicle Integration

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$137,300–$185,700 / yr
Posted
2 days ago

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TL;DR · Senior Electrical Engineer, Launch Vehicle Integration

As a Senior Electrical Engineer on the Launch Vehicle Integration - Electrical Engineering team at Amazon Leo, you will be responsible for ensuring the electrical readiness of launch vehicle dispenser configurations from requirements development through qualification and flight. This role involves reviewing third-party designs, performing detailed electrical analyses, and designing ground support equipment. You will work with PCBA CAD tools, perform power distribution and signal integrity analysis, and debug complex issues during integration and test phases. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in aerospace or defense, proficiency in electrical schematics, and hands-on lab skills. Familiarity with satellite power systems and spacecraft EGSE is preferred, as you will collaborate closely with external partners to ensure safe and reliable launches for Amazon Leo’s satellite constellation.

What you'll do

  • Own the electrical definition and technical readiness of launch vehicle dispenser configurations.
  • Review and maintain electrical design for flight dispenser systems developed by third-party partners.
  • Validate electrical designs for both dispense and ground support equipment to ensure performance meets requirements.
  • Provide technical direction on partner-designed electrical hardware, firmware interfaces, and harnessing throughout development.
  • Perform comprehensive electrical analyses across flight and ground systems including power distribution and signal integrity.
  • Design auxiliary electrical checkout hardware and test configurations necessary for integration and launch operations.
  • Debug and troubleshoot complex electrical issues during hardware integration, testing, and launch campaigns.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering within aerospace or defense industries.
  • Proficiency in designing and interpreting complex electrical schematics.
  • Experience with PCBA CAD design tools and performing detailed electrical analyses.
  • Hands-on experience with electrical power delivery, harnessing, and lab equipment.
  • Strong background in reviewing third-party designs for compliance and qualification completeness.
  • Demonstrated expertise in requirements flow-down, verification planning, and configuration control.
  • Excellent communication skills for interfacing across multiple engineering and program teams.

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