Avionics Lab Engineer, Leo Satellite Avionics​/Sub

Avionics Lab Engineer, Amazon Leo Satellite Avionics/Sub

Job :  | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks, including households, schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies in remote locations.

Innovation is part of our DNA. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space‑based systems design and wireless systems.

Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

• Adhere to ESD‑sensitive hardware safety protocols.
• Perform fine pitch component rework, modification, and repair on space‑rated printed circuit boards (PCBA) down to the 0201 component size.
• Conduct first article PCBA inspection and polymeric inspection.
• Follow detailed work instructions and seek clarification when engineering intent is ambiguous.
• Interpret electrical schematics and data sheets.
• Document work performed and report discrepancies using electronic issue tracking software.
• Monitor work ticket Kanban and shift work priorities to align with program demand.
• Support electronic hardware validation testing using engineering work instructions and common electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, etc.).
• Support failure analysis and root‑cause identification related requests.
• Support hardware bring‑up, debug, electrical diagnostics, environmental test set‑up, reliability testing, and space environment simulation testing.
• Procure and maintain Avionics lab hand tools and consumable stock.
• Maintain lab toolboxes and specialized Avionics lab equipment.
• Track and calibrate electronic test equipment assets.
• Maintain personal workspace and the EE Avionics lab in accordance with ANSI/ESD S20.20‑2021 standards.

The EE Avionics Development team supports Amazon Leo's Electrical Engineering department by building and validating early satellite subsystem prototypes. Team members work from personal desks in the Avionics Lab, each equipped with precision soldering and microscope equipment. Work arrives through an electronic issue‑tracking system but rarely follows a predictable schedule—most tasks are emergent and arrive with significant ambiguity. This unpredictability demands constant collaboration with electrical engineers to translate design intent into working hardware.

Team members adjust their hours to match engineering schedules and shift priorities when program demands require it, ensuring prototype assembly and hardware testing stay on track.

The EE Avionics Development team is based in Redmond, Washington. Each member holds multiple IPC certifications and receives ongoing technical training to operate and maintain precision automated equipment. The team maintains a high‑quality standard, consistently delivering error‑free workmanship. This combination of technical skill and lab capabilities enables the team to provide engineers with quick‑turn service that unblocks critical test gates and accelerates design release to Amazon Leo production.

• 3+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance, or hands‑on engineering environment experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience performing PCBA rework, modification, or repair down to the 0201 component size.
• 3+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience.
• Ability to lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.

• Degree or certificate in a related field.
• Certification in IPC‑J‑STD, IPC‑7711/7721, IPC‑620, and IPC‑610.
• A&P license.
• Experience in the development of space‑based systems.
• Experience using software system databases, communication services (e.g., Jira, Slack), and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent verbal…