Lab Engineer- Lab Operations, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individual households to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations 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.

Manufacturing Systems Engineering under Kuiper Production Operations is responsible for delivering test software hardware and frameworks that improve the speed and quality of satellite component testing. We partner with engineering and production teams to enhance reliability and repeatability of our test systems improve throughput and accelerate transition.

We are seeking a Test Lab Operations Automation Engineer to implement and integrate automated testing solutions in Kuiper Labs and Manufacturing environment. This role serves as a bridge between MSE developers testing and operations teams focusing on deploying automation tools configuring test equipment and maintaining automated testing infrastructure to streamline laboratory this role you will work across the org with many software and hardware teams for the implementation of automation solutions prioritizing critical efforts and providing updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Key job responsibilities
Implement and maintain automated test systems TestStand sequences and Python/LabVIEW-based test frameworks in high-paced production environments
Perform hardware/software integration and real-time troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor
Configure and integrate test equipment with automation systems
Set up and maintain automated testing platforms (TestStand LabVIEW)
Implement data collection reporting tools and automated notification systems
Manage version control and change management processes for automation tools
Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines
Provide technical support and training for laboratory automation users
Create comprehensive documentation for automated systems and procedures
Debug communication issues between test equipment and control systems
Support Manufacturing Engineers and Lab Technicians on test station issues
Understanding of test station network infrastructure

Bachelors degree in Electronics Manufacturing Technologies Computer Science or other STEM discipline
3 years of relevant experience in automating test systems and supporting high-volume production environments
2 years experience in project management skills including resource planning managing schedules reporting project status and prioritizing own tasks and those of other team members for multiple projects.
Strong experience with NI TestStand and LabVIEW
Proficiency in programming languages (Python Java or similar)
Experience with automated test equipment and instrumentation
Knowledge of communication protocols
Understanding of Linux/Unix systems and networking protocols
Experience with database management and testing frameworks
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Highly organized and autonomous very detail oriented and willing to learn new skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to interact efficiently with peers and customers.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams

Masters degree in related technical field
Knowledge of satellite systems
Background in industrial automation or aerospace manufacturing
Experience with CI/CD tools and methodologies
Experience with validation and qualification of automated systems
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for laboratory automation
Experience in computer networking (admin level) in a Consumer Electronics (or similar) lab environment
Experience with change management systems
Familiarity with cloud-based automation tools
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $89500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $189900/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.