As a Lab Engineer in the OISL Rework/Recovery area, you will focus on hardware rework, failure analysis, and recovery operations for Optical Inter-Satellite Link components. This role is situated within Amazon Leo, which aims to provide reliable internet connectivity through its satellite network. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that emphasizes product quality and continuous improvement. Your contributions will be crucial in ensuring the functionality and performance of reworked hardware.

• 2+ years of software QA testing experience with writing test plans, use cases, and issue reports.
• 3+ years of experience in consumer electronics lab environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a Linux or Unix environment.
• 1+ years of experience in a technical lab environment or production rework environment.
• Experience with hardware rework, assembly/disassembly, or precision manufacturing operations.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

• Perform hardware rework operations on OISL components including complex assembly/disassembly, component replacement, and precision alignment procedures.
• Execute failure analysis and root cause investigations on non-conforming OISL hardware.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for rework operations, recovery processes, and quality control procedures.
• Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with all safety standards for optical systems and precision hardware.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase rework efficiency, reduce scrap rates, and improve first-pass yield.
• Conduct detailed inspections and testing of reworked hardware to validate functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to validate rework procedures and implement corrective actions.
• Train team members on proper rework techniques, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Document technical issues, rework procedures, resolutions, and lessons learned.
• Track and report on rework metrics including cycle time, yield rates, and defect trends.

• 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.