Senior HW Development Engineer, Amazon Leo

About the role

As a Senior HW Development Engineer at Amazon Leo, you will be directly responsible for testing and qualifying next generation spacecraft PCBAs and conducting failure mode analysis on complex phased array systems. You will utilize innovative solutions and technology to solve difficult problems on a daily basis, at both a systems and specialized level. You will be a critical lynchpin between the production, development, electrical, RF, supply chain and quality teams. You will provide vital manufacturability input to the design and antenna engineering teams for both new and existing hardware. Finally, you will be responsible for standing up new processes, equipment, and assembly lines to support Amazon Leo's build ramp, making data-driven decisions at each step in the process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct failure mode analysis (FMA) and root cause analysis on phased array PCBAs and systems to determine underlying causes of defects
• Specify, procure, and establish FMA test stations optimized for phased array PCBA troubleshooting on the production floor
• Communicate non-conformances to quality engineering teams and PCBA suppliers, working collaboratively to implement corrective and preventive actions for recurring defects
• Write comprehensive technical specifications for troubleshooting procedures, tailored to Amazon Leo's satellite manufacturing requirements
• Aid in recruiting, training, and mentoring engineers and technicians on troubleshooting techniques, failure analysis methodologies, and debug equipment operation
• Lead defect triage sessions and track failure trends across production shifts to identify systemic issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• 2+ years of using Linux and demonstrated proficiency with associated tools or languages experience
• Experience with performance and log analysis
• Experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems
• Experience scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Perl, Ruby)

Benefits

Amazon 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. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.