Test Rack Engineer, Kuiper Payload Processing Technology
Test Rack Engineer, Kuiper Payload Processing Technology
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08-09-2025
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$ 105600 - 185000
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
08-09-2025
Job Description
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.
The Test Rack Engineer will be responsible for deployment maintenance calibration and modification to Kuiper satellite ground support equipment test racks and associated cable harnesses. This individual will work closely with space vehicle and test rack design teams quality teams vendors and launch processing teams to ensure on-time delivery and successful operation of test rack equipment.
The Test Rack Engineer is a skilled individual contributor within the team. This engineer is responsible for developing and maturing practices for maintaining a fleet of test rack equipment debugging hardware/software/network issues locally and in the field implementing calibration practices and planning upgrades with associated design teams to fielded hardware.
Key job responsibilities
Participate in a matrixed team of engineers to support multiple processing facilities and launch sites
Track implement and continuously improve deployment calibration integration and test processes
Develop and implement hardware tracking/history processes
Specify and procure various test and support equipment and systems to meet program development calibration and maintenance requirements
Interface with facilities personnel for power and networking interfaces
Definition and implementation of Work Order and automated documentation processes
Anomaly resolution and corrective action implementation
Typically 1st shift however shift schedule will vary depending on production/launch operation schedules
Rotating on-call support for second and third shift operations
Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually either domestically or internationally as business needs demand
Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport & must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks
A day in the life
The Test Rack Engineer will spend significant amounts of time collaborating with engineering quality and manufacturing teams in support of satellite processing test and charging operations in the payload processing facility and at various launch sites. They will be responsible for maintaining configuring testing calibrating and upgrading a fleet of test racks utilized throughout the organization. They will implement engineering best practices in a safe and repeatable manner implementing efficiency improvements and reducing non-conformances.
We are a fast-paced data-driven team and work with leaders in multiple technology areas to deliver the best product for our customers. We hold each other to relentlessly high standards and constantly look for ways to improve the products performance quality and cost. We are excited about the technical challenges which motivates us rather than discourages us.
We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences.
At Amazon our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. Were dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
- 5 years of experience with Electrical Ground Support Equipment development test and daily usage
- 2 years of experience with network/instrumentation rack builds
- 2 years of experience with electrical harness development fabrication and test
- 2 years of experience with instrumentation and power supply calibration
- Understanding of basic networking fundamentals (TCP/IP switches PoE)
- Understanding of network and power physical layer interfaces (Ethernet fiber optic NEMA power etc)
- Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly and test operations
- Able to climb and down ladders work in tight spaces bending grasping sitting pulling pushing stooping and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position.
- Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
- Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport and Must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Able to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks
- Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in electrical engineering computer engineering software engineering or information technology.
- Experience with automated cable testing
- Experience coding in python to write/update test scripts
- Experienced with handling and tracking systems for continuous material flow to manufacturing lines
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Highly familiar with QTP/ATP and production test methods and automated data acquisition and collection
- Strong organizational analytical root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
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 $105600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/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.
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.
The Test Rack Engineer will be responsible for deployment maintenance calibration and modification to Kuiper satellite ground support equipment test racks and associated cable harnesses. This individual will work closely with space vehicle and test rack design teams quality teams vendors and launch processing teams to ensure on-time delivery and successful operation of test rack equipment.
The Test Rack Engineer is a skilled individual contributor within the team. This engineer is responsible for developing and maturing practices for maintaining a fleet of test rack equipment debugging hardware/software/network issues locally and in the field implementing calibration practices and planning upgrades with associated design teams to fielded hardware.
Key job responsibilities
Participate in a matrixed team of engineers to support multiple processing facilities and launch sites
Track implement and continuously improve deployment calibration integration and test processes
Develop and implement hardware tracking/history processes
Specify and procure various test and support equipment and systems to meet program development calibration and maintenance requirements
Interface with facilities personnel for power and networking interfaces
Definition and implementation of Work Order and automated documentation processes
Anomaly resolution and corrective action implementation
Typically 1st shift however shift schedule will vary depending on production/launch operation schedules
Rotating on-call support for second and third shift operations
Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually either domestically or internationally as business needs demand
Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport & must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks
A day in the life
The Test Rack Engineer will spend significant amounts of time collaborating with engineering quality and manufacturing teams in support of satellite processing test and charging operations in the payload processing facility and at various launch sites. They will be responsible for maintaining configuring testing calibrating and upgrading a fleet of test racks utilized throughout the organization. They will implement engineering best practices in a safe and repeatable manner implementing efficiency improvements and reducing non-conformances.
We are a fast-paced data-driven team and work with leaders in multiple technology areas to deliver the best product for our customers. We hold each other to relentlessly high standards and constantly look for ways to improve the products performance quality and cost. We are excited about the technical challenges which motivates us rather than discourages us.
We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences.
At Amazon our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. Were dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
- 5 years of experience with Electrical Ground Support Equipment development test and daily usage
- 2 years of experience with network/instrumentation rack builds
- 2 years of experience with electrical harness development fabrication and test
- 2 years of experience with instrumentation and power supply calibration
- Understanding of basic networking fundamentals (TCP/IP switches PoE)
- Understanding of network and power physical layer interfaces (Ethernet fiber optic NEMA power etc)
- Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly and test operations
- Able to climb and down ladders work in tight spaces bending grasping sitting pulling pushing stooping and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position.
- Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
- Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport and Must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Able to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks
- Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in electrical engineering computer engineering software engineering or information technology.
- Experience with automated cable testing
- Experience coding in python to write/update test scripts
- Experienced with handling and tracking systems for continuous material flow to manufacturing lines
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Highly familiar with QTP/ATP and production test methods and automated data acquisition and collection
- Strong organizational analytical root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
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 $105600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/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.
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