Test Engineer, Avionics

Earth's most customer-centric company focused on innovation and pushing boundaries in technology and retail.
$105,600 - $185,000
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Senior Software Engineer
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5+ years of experience
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Description For Test Engineer, Avionics

Join Amazon's Project Kuiper, an ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Test Engineer in the Avionics team, you'll be at the forefront of satellite system design, verification test, and operations. This role combines hands-on technical work with leadership opportunities, focusing on developing and delivering test systems for avionics subsystems in both development and production environments.

You'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading test campaigns for flight computer systems, power delivery, and RF systems on satellite avionics. The position requires expertise in electrical engineering, test system design, and qualification testing, making it perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges at scale.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $105,600 to $185,000 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of a team pushing the boundaries of space technology, working alongside top-notch engineers in a fast-paced, innovative environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact, potentially helping millions of people gain access to high-speed internet.

The position requires strong technical capabilities in electrical testing, system integration, and test automation, combined with leadership skills to drive complex projects to completion. You'll need to be comfortable with ambiguity and excited about solving unprecedented challenges in satellite technology. The role offers excellent growth potential and the chance to work on technology that will shape the future of global connectivity.

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Responsibilities For Test Engineer, Avionics

  • Work with stakeholders to define test strategy and requirements
  • Define electrical component and subsystem test plans for space applications
  • Lead planning and execution of design verification test, qualification, reliability, and production test campaigns
  • Support test system architecture, equipment selection, PCB design, harness design, and system integration
  • Lead test system design reviews, test plan reviews, and test results reviews
  • Partner with cross-functional teams including electrical, RF, mechanical engineering, software, and manufacturing

Requirements For Test Engineer, Avionics

Python
Java
Go
Rust
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience with lab equipment like spectrum analyzers, signal generators, electronic loads, power supplies, network analyzers, high-speed oscilloscopes
  • 5+ years testing with SoCs, DRAMs, FPGAs, multi-gigabit interfaces, power converters, sensors, operational amplifiers, and ADCs/DACs
  • Experience with schematic and layout ECAD tools
  • Experience with complex board designs
  • Experience with debugging designs with microprocessors, FPGAs, power supplies, and sensors
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Test Engineer, Avionics

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Total compensation package including equity
  • Sign-on payments

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