Manager, RF Hardware, Project Kuiper

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.

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As the lead, you will own the successful delivery of the satellite RF transceiver hardware into the overall Kuiper program. Consequently, you will work with senior management and program management to plan, schedule, and execute delivery of various subsystems. This position requires a technical understanding of RF / microwave circuitry and communication systems theory. Must be able to work effectively cross-functionally with multiple disciplines.

In this role you will :

• Lead a team of RF engineers to develop, qualify, and produce millimeter-wave high performance space flight hardware
• Drive hardware designs forward and ensure successful release
• Own delivery of subsystems to various internal customers and sustain the delivered hardware
• Manage inter-dependencies with other teams to ensure tight alignment for successful subsystem deliveries.
• Work with test team to ensure automation and test execution is ready and available for use.
• Identify issues and gaps and drive them to closure.
• Provide clear and concise reporting to upper management.
• Organize, plan, and execute hardware bring-up, DVT, qualification, and reliability campaigns.
• Lead hardware and software integration efforts.
• Derive RF HW specifications for the RF system and RF blocks
• Evaluate systems and directs design modifications.
• Be responsible for generating, reviewing and implementing engineering change orders.
• Troubleshoot and repairs circuits and fixtures.
• Establish and maintain support schedules and response protocols for RF transceiver systems, ensuring continuous technical coverage during manufacturing, satellite testing, and on-orbit operations.

Export Control Requirement :

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

This position is in Redmond, WA or San Diego, CA. Some travel, both domestic and international, will be required. (Up to 30%.)

This position requires ability to lift up to 20 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $157,600 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $272,400 / 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.