Opto-Mech Lab Engineer, Amazon LEO

Amazon LEO is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Amazon LEO will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

About the role

You will join a multi-discipline team responsible for development of high bandwidth systems for free space optical communication between satellites. You will collaborate with engineering teams to assemble, integrate, and test optical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Execute the assembly, integration, and test of opto-mechanical and fiber optic devices, test stations, and supporting GSE to performance and workmanship standards.
• Execute qualification test procedures for aerospace hardware, collecting data and tracking progress against test plans and success criteria.
• Perform precision fiber optic splicing, termination, and characterization operations; validate quality through quantitative measurement.
• Measure and characterize optical assemblies and laser systems, documenting results and flagging anomalies.
• Maintain rigorous cleanliness standards and proper optical/fiber handling techniques throughout the build process.
• Coordinate task execution within assigned workstreams, tracking progress and flagging schedule or resource risks.
• Support the development and improvement of assembly and test procedures based on hands-on build experience.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve integration challenges and provide design-for-manufacturability feedback.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of experience in the assembly, integration, and test of aerospace hardware in a development or production environment.
• Experience executing qualification test campaigns for aerospace or defense hardware.
• Experience tracking and coordinating lab tasks across concurrent activities using ticketing or project management tools.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of fiber handling and fiber installation processes experience.
• Experience with opto-mechanical assembly, laser beam characterization, interferometry, or precision optical measurement techniques.
• Experience working in cleanroom or controlled laboratory environments with contamination control protocols.
• Familiarity with satellite, aerospace, or defense optical systems and associated quality standards.
• Exposure to FRACAS or structured failure investigation and root cause analysis processes.
• Experience supporting automated test sequences or system characterization routines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical findings clearly.
• Strong knowledge and experience with test rack build and commissioning.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support.
• Medical Advice Line and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

Pay

39.47 - 69.08 USD hourly

Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.