Amazon Leo is an initiative within Amazon that aims to revolutionize global connectivity through the development of a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed, low latency, internet services to underserved and unserved communities and remote communities around the world. By leveraging satellite technology, we are working towards a future where everyone has access to reliable and high-quality internet connectivity regardless of their location.
The Amazon Leo Government(ALG ) Engineering organization is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted government and international customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. ALG Engineering leads the development and delivery of targeted and scalable solutions for custom space and terrestrial applications. ALG collaborates closely with Amazon Leo to leverage the constellation of advanced satellites to provide seamless and efficient communication capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The ALG Engineering team is seeking highly technical and talented individuals who are passionate about creating unique solutions that result in a positive impact on a global scale.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. Citizen in order to comply with U.S. government-imposed requirements related to the nature of the work and/or where it will be performed.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.

Key job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
1. Test Infrastructure & Rack Integration

Rack Architecture: Architect and assemble test racks, integrating PXIe chassis, programmable power supplies, and switching matrices for electrical support equipment.

Interconnect Systems: Execute "clean" wiring using custom-labeled looms and EMI shielding. Design breakout boxes to interface the Unit Under Test (UUT) with instrumentation.

2. Validation & Hardware Analysis

ATE Development: Design and build custom test fixtures and Automated Test Equipment for PCBA and full-system validation for recurring builds.

Precision Debugging: Characterize performance and signal integrity using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators to resolve complex hardware issues.

3. Communications & Governance

Protocol Management: Configure and troubleshoot instrument communication buses, including GPIB, LAN (LXI), and PXIe.

Technical Documentation: Author Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and meticulous test reports to ensure data-driven flight readiness.

Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates may be requested to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.

A day in the life
Daily Activities & Expectations Drive business-aligned solutions by balancing hands-on technical expertise with strategic initiative. You will thrive in a high-velocity production facility, pivoting rapidly between urgent hardware troubleshooting and long-term process optimization.
This role demands agility—requiring you to adapt in real-time to shifting project milestones while maintaining absolute technical precision. By identifying workflow efficiencies and implementing scalable innovations, you will ensure our testing infrastructure remains as dynamic and resilient as our aerospace mission.

About the team
Amazon Leo for Government (ALG) Engineering is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. These solutions are tailored to meet the needs of government and international customers for both space-based and terrestrial applications. The Integrated Engineering Solutions organization under ALG Engineering plays a vital role in the entire life cycle of the development of an engineering solution, including architecture development, requirements and interface definition through assembly, integration, and test (AI&T), verification, and post-delivery and operational support.

Basic qualifications

• 5+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering environment experience
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well with teams of hardware and software engineers

Preferred qualifications

• Experience using common electronics test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, function generators, etc)
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also 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.

USA, CA, NORTHRIDGE - 122,600.00 - 170,000.00 USD annually