Electrical Test Engineer, Project Kuiper OISL

Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

We are looking for an engineer that epitomize technical and operational excellence - that can drive innovation and apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real-world challenges. Full cycle product development experience from inception through maturity is essential. Working simultaneously on projects in different phases is common; you can demonstrate robust design and validation skills in addition to the understanding of mechanics of ongoing operational excellence and product support. You are responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open, collaborative peer environment.

Export Control Requirements

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities

We are looking for Electrical Test Engineer(s) capable of operating in a fast-paced, ever-changing, multi-platform international manufacturing and production environment. Our Electrical Test Engineers manage and develop test plans and lead strategies across numerous platforms and architectures. They establish and automate tests for hardware using scripting while ensuring the required specifications are met, including analyzing and recording data. They are expected to handle personal project management, execution, and ongoing hardware test support of all products in production as well as new product introductions. We are looking for leaders in hardware design, test, and process development.

As an Electrical Test Engineer on our team, you will be responsible for owning end to end factory PCBA and system-level test strategy for new hardware devices. You will be a key member of the development team and will be the main interface with the internal Operations team as well as our Contract Manufacturers (CM). In this role, you will :

Define test strategy, implement and optimize test setup / processes at the CM including design and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and test software

Investigate and introduce new manufacturing test technology and methodology to enhance production efficiency

Review datasheets, schematics, block diagrams and provide feedback on best design practices

Drive test requirements, specifications, and limits with the hardware development team

Work concurrently with the design engineers to provide design for testability (DFT) feedback throughout the design process

Investigate and troubleshoot yield issues during prototype and production builds

Review hardware designs to define test coverage to ensure products are built free of manufacturing defects

Deploy and provide training

Develop test station procedures, preventative maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides to support production

About the team

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field

5+ years of experience in manufacturing / operations of electronic devices

Interface and guide ICT / FCT development with a contract manufacturer experience

Experience in schematic capture and HDI board layout using Cadence, or equivalent

Analog design expertise, including experience with switching power supplies, LED drive circuitry, and measurement of analog signals

Circuit design experience with microcontrollers, firmware, and programmable logic

Interested and able to travel internationally

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Computer Engineering with 3+ years' industry experience

Experience in designing or specifying electrical test interfaces for functionally testing electrical subassemblies

Experience in circuit-level debug to the component level

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated understanding of quality metrics, process characterization and mapping, Product Quality / Reliability / Improvement techniques, LEAN Manufacturing, DFM / DFT, and Continuous Process Improvement

Understand Design for Testability, Design for Manufacturability

Experience in one of these languages : C / C++, Java or Python

Proven track record of releasing manufacturing test for products from concept through production

Experience working with International CM Partners

Mechanical CAD skills are a Plus

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.