The Sr Satellite System Engineer will be part of the Amazon Leo for Government Engineering team, which focuses on developing innovative satellite communication solutions for government and international customers. This role involves working with a cross-disciplinary team to design, integrate, and test satellite systems that provide high-speed internet connectivity. The engineer will ensure that the systems meet customer expectations through rigorous testing and validation processes. The position requires a collaborative and dynamic approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree or above in engineering, physics, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of Space Vehicle/Satellite Operations, Space Communications or related industry experience.
• 5+ years of integration, testing and automation experience, or degree in advanced technology.
• 8+ years of verification in communication systems experience.
• 5+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience.
• Knowledge of system architecture, optimization, system dynamics, system analysis, statistical analysis, reliability analysis, and decision making.
• Experience working as a technical lead.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems.
• Knowledge of modern programming languages (Rust, Java, C/C++) and a solid understanding of the Linux operating system.
• Experience developing test strategies and plans for complex hardware/software systems or systems of systems.
• Master's degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent, or Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 5+ years of professional or military experience.
• Experience producing executive-level written materials and presenting to executive audiences.
• Experience participating in or leading technical collaborations and creating alignment across diverse groups.
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging technical systems with strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities.
• Experience in embedded wireless systems or experience designing or architecting new and existing systems.
• 1+ years of working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies experience.

• Work within a project team to manage a high bandwidth, low earth orbit communications satellite constellation and terrestrial communication technologies.
• Define requirements, develop interface control documents, and perform requirements derivation and allocation analysis.
• Conduct deep-dives into component and subsystem designs to document expectations and evaluate tests.
• Collaborate with diverse technical teams to validate expectations for system-level and network-level operations.
• Integrate the end-to-end RF communications system and meet with customers to select components.
• Define test plans and procedures for lab and environmental chamber testing based on identified requirements.
• Define test plans and procedures for on-orbit payload verification or satellite testing.
• Analyze and mitigate potential self-interference and other system interference issues.
• Configure test equipment for automated operation including satellite link emulators and spectrum analyzers.
• Meet with suppliers to select enabling lab technologies.
• Interpret test results, troubleshoot issues, and perform root-cause analysis for any test failures.
• Document test results, test coverage, and other key performance indicators.
• Communicate status and issues effectively with developers and managers.
• Shepherd payload subsystems through test campaigns throughout the development lifecycle.
• Analyze test data and engage with others to evaluate product performance and provide feedback on potential improvements.

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.