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We are looking for an exceptional engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to deliver hardware.\nExport 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.\nKey job responsibilities\nOwn end-to-end delivery of satellite avionics subsystems, from architecture and requirements through production ramp, in partnership with peer engineers.\nLead system and subsystem architecture, translating mission requirements into manufacturable hardware designs.\nDrive circuit design, analysis, and ECAD schematic capture to meet performance and reliability targets.\nLead hardware design reviews (architecture, schematic, PCB layout) and set the technical bar for design quality.\nDevelop and execute bring-up, verification, and qualification test strategies.\nLead debugging and root cause resolution across development, qualification, and production, working closely with design and test engineers.\nEstablish requirements, traceability, and verification frameworks for hardware subsystems.\nLead production readiness and ramp, including test strategy, yield improvement, and issue resolution.\nInfluence cross-functional teams (systems, firmware, manufacturing, test, suppliers) to deliver program milestones.\nAct as a technical leader, raising engineering standards and developing other engineers. A day in the life As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be part of the avionics hardware development team, designing and testing systems supporting satellite avionics. You will lead work across the full lifecycle, from component selection and schematic design through layout review, bring-up, validation, and system integration. You will help define requirements, drive high-quality hardware designs, and ensure robust execution from development into production. Working closely with peer engineers, you will lead critical technical efforts while partnering across systems, firmware, manufacturing, and integration teams to solve complex problems. You’ll operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, tackling challenges that have not been solved at scale and contributing to the development of engineering standards across the organization. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot, have fun, and make a positive impact on tens of millions of people! About the team Our team is responsible for delivering production hardware subsystems for satellite avionics. We take ownership and work hard to deliver the highest quality solutions to support the long-term success of Amazon Leo. This team consists of a broad set of technical backgrounds, and we look forward to welcoming people that are excited to help us deliver broadband internet to underserved communities!\nBasic qualifications\n- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent\n- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures\n- 5+ years of experience developing hardware across the full product lifecycle (concept through production at scale)\n- Experience with PCB design and debug, including processors, FPGAs, power supplies, and sensors\n- Experience with complex board designs (e.g., high-speed interfaces, power electronics, or high-reliability systems)\n- Experience using ECAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout\n- Experience driving hardware through bring-up, validation, and integration\nPreferred qualifications\n- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent\n- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production\n- Experience with the project management of technical projects\n- 7+ years of experience developing hardware across the full product lifecycle in aerospace, automotive, or similar high-reliability environments\n- Experience with satellite, avionics, or vehicle control systems\n- Experience with system integration into complex electromechanical assemblies or enclosures\n- Experience with radiation-tolerant design or qualification for harsh environments\n- Experience developing test systems or automation (e.g., Python, C/C++)\n- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or similar system-level test methodologies\n- Experience with low-level firmware development and hardware/software integration\nAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\nOur 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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.\nThe base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. 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