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Satellite Systems Engineer, Space Networking Solutions

Amazon

Location

Northridge, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/22/2026

Compensation

$129,200 - $174,800 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.1% approval+9% YoY
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Job description

The role involves developing complex satellite systems tailored for government and international customers. As a systems engineer, you will tackle space segment architecture and integration challenges while working with diverse teams in a dynamic environment. The position requires a strong focus on systems engineering principles and collaboration with technical leadership to ensure successful program execution. The team, Amazon Leo for Government (ALG) Engineering, is dedicated to creating scalable solutions for both space-based and terrestrial applications.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in space systems engineering principles and techniques
  • 4+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering or related field
  • Hands-on experience with spacecraft integration and testing
  • Master's degree in engineering, physics, aerospace, or similar field or equivalent experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI

Responsibilities

  • Own all aspects of space segment systems engineering including concept development and requirements verification.
  • Collaborate with technical program management to ensure successful program execution.
  • Develop integrated satellite system designs and solutions by deep-diving into satellite subsystems.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure system execution.
  • Participate in software-to-hardware integration and test activities.
  • Perform technical data analysis and maintain systems configurations.
  • Resolve cross-functional technical issues using data-driven approaches.
  • Develop and improve systems engineering processes and rigor.

Benefits

  • 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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Amazon Com Services Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

3,290

FY2026

Approval rate

99.1%

FY2026

LCA certified

32,937

FY2026

Entry-level share

10.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+9%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-44%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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