Satellite Test Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing
Description For Satellite Test Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing
Project Kuiper, an ambitious Amazon initiative, is seeking a Satellite Test Engineer to join their mission of providing global broadband connectivity through a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. This role sits at the intersection of aerospace engineering and advanced testing, offering a unique opportunity to shape the future of satellite communications.
As a Satellite Test Engineer, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and readiness of satellites before launch. You'll work within the Integrated Vehicle Test team, responsible for developing and executing comprehensive test plans for fully integrated satellites. This position combines hands-on technical work with strategic planning, requiring both engineering expertise and strong collaborative skills.
The role offers an exciting challenge in a fast-paced environment where you'll interact with multiple engineering disciplines, from avionics to payload systems. You'll be responsible for developing test infrastructure, leading test campaigns, and optimizing processes to support Project Kuiper's ambitious production plans. The position requires innovative thinking and the ability to solve complex problems while maintaining high standards for space-flight hardware.
Working at Amazon's Project Kuiper means joining a team at the forefront of space technology, with competitive compensation ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 based on location and experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits and the chance to work on technology that will help bridge the digital divide for underserved communities worldwide.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and wants to be part of a mission-driven team. You'll need to be adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of wearing multiple hats as the project evolves. The position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control regulations, and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while making a meaningful impact on global connectivity.
Responsibilities For Satellite Test Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing
- Develop, augment, and support integration and testing of components, from subsystems to the full spacecraft
- Work with avionics, payload and software teams to gather requirements, design test plans
- Own integration campaigns and collaborate with engineers to deliver thoroughly tested spacecraft
- Communicate across teams to identify product risks and ensure mission success
- Develop innovative hardware and processes to optimize testing capabilities
- Lead Integrated Vehicle test campaigns
- Architect next generation test infrastructure
Requirements For Satellite Test Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science or a related field
- 2+ years of hands-on testing experience
- 2+ years of design and validation of hardware systems work experience
- 2+ years of navigating a development environment
- 2+ years experience developing and executing test plans for complex aerospace, automotive or consumer electronics systems
- 1+ years of scripting or programming experience (Python, MATLAB, C, Labview)
- Solid understanding of Engineering and Testing fundamentals
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control laws
Benefits For Satellite Test Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing
- Medical benefits
- Financial benefits
- Full range of benefits package
