Sr. Systems Development Engineer, Test Automation, Sustaining Engineering

Job ID: | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLCAmazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity. We're looking for a hands‑on Systems Engineer with a background in the requirements management, design for manufacturing, hardware/software development, and hardware test. This role requires a highly collaborative individual who will help us optimize for high‑volume production and meet cross‑discipline requirements. We are looking for an engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively.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.Key job responsibilitiesLead the development test system validationLead software/hardware integration testingLead innovative software/firmware/hardware architectures and flows for multiple manufacturing test linesLead review and analysis on data using tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar.Support and organize the release of the software and hardware system documents through gate reviewsInvestigate and troubleshoot yield issues during prototype and production buildsWrite status and/or build reports for cross‑ reviewDrive and prioritize execution of system test campaignsDesign and develop software/scripting test setups and supporting hardware for various subsystem validation of the satellite busIdentify and analyze the cross‑functional tradeoffs between design alternatives, including impact on performance, schedule, cost, risk, complexity, and scaleDrive cross‑functional schedules, test requirements, specifications and limits with the hardware development teamWork concurrently with the design engineers to provide design for testability (DFT) feedback throughout the design processSupport production and integration efforts for hardware subsystemsDefine test strategy, implement and optimize test setup/processes at the CM including design and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and test softwareDevelop procedures, preventative maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides to support productionDevelop and communicate system integration and evaluation strategies and plans in support of program learning, technical risk reduction, verification, and validationA day in the lifeYou will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations. You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven’t been solved before.About the teamThe Optical Inter‑Satellite Link Production team is a multi‑disciplinary organization responsible for all aspects of production of the key modules enabling satellite‑to‑satellite communication. This role is part of the Sustaining Engineering Team that we are building to support OISL manufacturing as we scale production. This is the technical arm of this organization, with 20+ engineers from all disciplines collaborating on all aspects of technical development and execution in production.Basic QualificationsExperience leading the design, automation, deployment, and support of large‑scale infrastructureExperience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, RustExperience with Linux/UnixExperience with CI/CD pipelines build processes3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems5+ years of systems design, software development, operations, automation, and process improvement experiencePreferred QualificationsExperience with distributed systems at scaleExperience writing technical documents, project plans and progress reports to leadership and to stakeholdersExperience in mentoring, leading, or managing more junior engineersMS in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science, or equivalent experienceAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. 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