Amazon Leo 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.
As an Opto-Electrical Liaison Engineer on the OISL team you will support the production and integration of high-speed optical and electronic communication hardware. This role spans optical transceivers laser drivers detectors and supporting electronicsensuring hardware is debugged validated and delivered with high quality and performance.
Key job responsibilities
* Applies knowledge of OISL design principles to assess and resolve opto-electrical product/process issues through the product lifecycle.
* Analyzes conducts root cause analysis and develops dispositions for design and build non-conformances.
* Applies engineering principles to investigate technical electrical and quality issues that cannot be resolved by production teams and implements solutions.
* Identifies and documents reported issues and communicates deviations that may impact functionality performance or test coverage; manages resolution and closure.
* Reviews and dispositions non-conformances related to PCBs laser modules detector circuits and harnessing through all phases: procurement manufacturing test and integration.
* Develops standard rework procedures test coverage improvements and board-level DFM feedback.
* Works closely with quality firmware hardware and systems engineering teams to ensure functional performance is met.
* Collaborates with CM/OEM vendors and internal suppliers for resolution of electrical integration issues.
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.
A day in the life
Each day begins by reviewing test data addressing non-conformances and aligning with quality integration and design teams. Youll investigate root causeswhether optical electrical or mechanicalthen propose and implement solutions to keep hardware on track. Hands-on work may include troubleshooting hardware authoring rework instructions or validating process improvements on the floor. You balance speed and rigor ensuring fixes are well-documented and maintain design intent. Your efforts directly support the delivery of reliable space-ready optical inter-satellite link systems.
About the team
The OISL team develops and delivers space-based optical inter-satellite link systems enabling high-speed laser communication across the Leo constellation. The team focuses on precision hardware alignment and system reliability to meet the demanding requirements of space borne optical networks.
- Experience testing hardware/mechanical sub-components research and data analysis skills and/or Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layout best practices
- Knowledge of tools and measurement devices (oscilloscope frequency analyzer or equivalent)
- BS degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- 2 years of experience with electro-optical hardware development including analog/mixed-signal design.
- Experience with EMI mitigation ESD safety and grounding/shielding strategies.
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing certification and livesite operations
- Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems
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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 WA Redmond - 96600.00 - 160000.00 USD annually