Description
The Electrical Engineer will focus on satellite and ground system design and analysis of electronic components, circuits, and sub-systems. They will be expected to execute a variety of tasks, from board design and component selection, to layout review and board bring-up and test. They will work across teams and support fellow engineers with design reviews and the preparation of joint reports and proposals. The candidate will have a sharp focus on the specific needs of the customer and be able to conduct trades and analyses to show that proposed solutions will meet the customer's goals.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on complex programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). The candidate will exhibit the potential to lead small sub-teams of electrical engineers, and be able to prepare easy-to-read and technically compelling written reports.
Key job responsibilities
Interact directly with customers to understand technical requirements, and translate them into technically robust solutions backed by data and analysis
Responsible for any electrical circuit and power accommodations for hosting sensitive RF and communications including EMI/EMC evaluation
Identify top level customer requirements and ensure high quality and innovative designs are pursued
Perform electrical design and layout trade studies for satellite and ground equipment electrical and power sub-systems contributing to overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams.
Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations for cost/manufacturability vs design uncertainty
Deliver well-written documentation, reports, and presentations for technical design reviews and as part of proposal efforts
Design and support test campaigns, both development and qualification/acceptance, for space/aerospace hardware.
This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.
About The Team




Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
The Amazon Leo Government team is a multi‐disciplinary technology team involved in developing and delivering targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. We work closely with the core Leo team, and addresses the needs of specific customers (such as government agencies). The RF/Microwave Engineer will play a pivotal role in the team delivering innovative and quick-paced analysis and design solutions.
Basic Qualifications
Experience with prototyping and implementation
BS degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
2+ years of experience with schematic and layout ECAD tools and with PCB design and debugging
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
Experience working with hardware and software teams for setting up, testing, and troubleshooting prototype devices
Knowledge of Python and/or C++ programming
Master's or PhD degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline
Experience with complex board designs, such as high-speed interconnects, high-reliability designs, avionics, or vehicle control systems
Experience in development and test of satellite bus systems and space/flight hardware
Electronics design/qualification experience with radiation environments or radiation tolerant hardware
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees,



supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‐on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D; insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at .
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