Integrated System Test Engineer, Kuiper Guidance Navigation and Control & Propulsion
Integrated System Test Engineer, Kuiper Guidance Navigation and Control & Propulsion
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Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast affordable broadband to a wide range of customers including consumers businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.
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.
Are you excited about developing the propulsion and guidance navigation and control subsystems for an advanced fleet of communications satellites In this role youll create the integrated hardware and software tests used in the development of these systems.
As a guidance navigation and control and propulsion (GNC & Propulsion) integrated systems test engineer you will support the systems lifecycle of the realtime software that flies the spacecraft from the moment of launch to reentry. Youll work across the both the GNC & Propulsion department and the broader Kuiper team to test all phases of the mission. In collaboration with partner teams you will execute crossdisciplinary product development with a high bar for rigor and technical excellence. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.
The right candidate will possess a strong wellrounded technical background in software hardware or systems test engineering with some software and hardware experience. Prior experience with spacecraft or autonomous vehicles is helpful but not a prerequisite.
Key job responsibilities
* Design implement and evaluate integrated system tests applicable to Kuiper Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) & Propulsion systems including hardware endpoints.
* Develop automated tooling interfacing flight code and ground services to achieve high fidelity tests.
* Implement automation scripts and software to used to both execute tests and evaluate test outcomes.
* Participate in the design commissioning and use of specialized hardware in the loop test facilities.
* Integrate system tests into software release automated testing pipelines.
* Develop test documentation including test process templates and test reports.
* Provide feedback and revisions to interface control documents applicable to the GNC and Propulsion department.
Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python Ruby Golang Java C C# Rust
Bachelors degree
3 years experience with testing integrated systems comprising hardware and software elements.
3 years authoring test procedures and/or test reports.
3 years automating software hardware or system tests.
Experience testing integrated spacecraft or aircraft systems.
Experience developing or utilizing hardware in the loop tests.
Experience developing software or hardware for spacecraft.
Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment test development and/or pipeline creation.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.
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.
Are you excited about developing the propulsion and guidance navigation and control subsystems for an advanced fleet of communications satellites In this role youll create the integrated hardware and software tests used in the development of these systems.
As a guidance navigation and control and propulsion (GNC & Propulsion) integrated systems test engineer you will support the systems lifecycle of the realtime software that flies the spacecraft from the moment of launch to reentry. Youll work across the both the GNC & Propulsion department and the broader Kuiper team to test all phases of the mission. In collaboration with partner teams you will execute crossdisciplinary product development with a high bar for rigor and technical excellence. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.
The right candidate will possess a strong wellrounded technical background in software hardware or systems test engineering with some software and hardware experience. Prior experience with spacecraft or autonomous vehicles is helpful but not a prerequisite.
Key job responsibilities
* Design implement and evaluate integrated system tests applicable to Kuiper Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) & Propulsion systems including hardware endpoints.
* Develop automated tooling interfacing flight code and ground services to achieve high fidelity tests.
* Implement automation scripts and software to used to both execute tests and evaluate test outcomes.
* Participate in the design commissioning and use of specialized hardware in the loop test facilities.
* Integrate system tests into software release automated testing pipelines.
* Develop test documentation including test process templates and test reports.
* Provide feedback and revisions to interface control documents applicable to the GNC and Propulsion department.
Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python Ruby Golang Java C C# Rust
Bachelors degree
3 years experience with testing integrated systems comprising hardware and software elements.
3 years authoring test procedures and/or test reports.
3 years automating software hardware or system tests.
Experience testing integrated spacecraft or aircraft systems.
Experience developing or utilizing hardware in the loop tests.
Experience developing software or hardware for spacecraft.
Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment test development and/or pipeline creation.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.
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