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Amazon • Redmond, Washington, United States
Role & seniority: Senior/Staff-level Test Development Engineer (space hardware focus) at Amazon Leo (satellite group)
Stack/tools: CAD (Siemens NX or similar); Python, LabVIEW, C++ for test automation and data analysis; automated test equipment (ATE) and data acquisition; FEA tools (Ansys/NASTRAN) (nice to have)
Design, analyze, develop, and implement test equipment and infrastructure for satellite flight hardware development and qualification
Author and implement validation, verification, acceptance, and qualification test procedures; lead risk assessments and design-for-testability feedback
Develop mechatronics-focused test automation, data acquisition, post-processing tools, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable flight readiness
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
7+ years developing test infrastructure for spacecraft or similarly complex systems
5+ years hardware design/validation experience (CAD usage)
2+ years automating hardware testing and data analysis (Python, LabVIEW, C++, or equivalent)
Experience with satellite hardware integration and space hardware test processes (GEVS / SMC-S-016 / MIL-STD-810)
Experience in FEA (Ansys/NASTRAN) and structural analysis
Strong communication, independent problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration
Location & work type: United States-based role; eligibl
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. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
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.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Test Development Engineer to design and implement test infrastructure for mechanical satellite systems that support the development and testing of satellite flight hardware, holding the gate to flight readiness. This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging opportunity to work with thought leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality, and reliability.
Key job responsibilities
Design, analyze, develop, and implement test equipment and infrastructure used
in satellite flight hardware development and qualification.
Author, refine and implement validation, verification, acceptance and
qualification test procedures.
Develop mechatronics focused test automation and data acquisition.
Develop post-processing tools to decompose test data into desired metrics.
Lead and participate in design reviews, and risk assessments, to contribute to
the continuous improvement of satellite hardware performance and reliability.
Work concurrently with the design engineers to provide design for testability
(DFT) feedback throughout the design process
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design,
manufacturing, systems, reliability, and quality engineers, to gather
information, share findings, and develop solutions.
A day in the life As a Amazon Leo Sr. Test Development Engineer, you will own the design and implementation of automated test equipment used to validate satellite hardware designs from initial prototypes, though functional testing, and into pilot production. You will work with design and manufacturing teams to specify test equipment requirements, develop test plans, and execute test campaigns to support development and production test initiatives. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and comfortable operating in a fast-paced development environment.
About the team This team is organized within the satellite mechanical design team to accelerate the design iteration process and ensure on-time delivery of the most stable and successful product possible. The tasks and daily focus change rapidly, and you will often take on new and exciting responsibilities as required to ensure project success. Expect to be deployed to complex problems and novel technical challenges that push you to develop new skills. You’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost. Basic
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent field
7+ years of experience developing test infrastructure to meet the needs of
testing space craft or similarly complex systems.
5+ years of experience in design and validation of hardware systems, including
use of CAD (Siemens NX or similar)
2+ years of experience with automating hardware testing and data analysis
using Python, LabVIEW, C++ or similar Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with integration and testing of satellite hardware.
Experience in development of test plans and protocols related to established
Space Hardware test processes (GEVS / SMC-S-016 / MIL-STD-810)
Experience in Finite Element Analysis of primary and secondary structures/FEA
capability – Ansys / NASTRAN (or equivalent)
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well
as collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical
information and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and
documentation.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/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
[https: //www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits]. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.