Antenna Systems Engineer , Payload Antenna Team

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.

As a System Development Engineer you will be responsible for integration simulation and test of state-of-the-art space borne phased array systems. You will work internally and cross-functionally with a multi-disciplinary team to improve test speed and data collection perform root cause analysis and correlate test data with end-to-end system level simulations.


Key job responsibilities
Measure validate and perform root cause analysis on phased array systems and sub-systems
Interface with standard RF equipment to enable automation and efficient data collection
Create and/or modify new software features to enable testing of standard phased array system metrics such as EIRP EVM and G/T
Act as a liaison with the Kuiper software team to drive new product requirements based on RF system test needs
Perform end-to-end modeling simulation and analysis of digital phased array systems

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.

- Bachelors degree or above in Computer Science Computer Engineering Systems Engineering Electrical Engineering or other related discipline
- Coursework in digital communication theory digital signal processing RF/Microwave Engineering Antennas and Electromagnetic theory
- Experience in DSP techniques digital modulation radio architecture line-up analysis RF system design
- Experience with lab test equipment like VSAs VSGs VNAs and Oscilloscopes
- Coding and scripting skills with demonstrated experience in Matlab/Python/C
- Experience with simulation tools such as SystemVue ADS or LabView
- Experience deploying and operating in a Linux/Unix environment

- MS in Electrical Engineering with 3 years of work experience or PhD with 2 years of experience
- Experience working with phased arrays and antenna measurement
- 2 years of non-internship professional software development experience

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $89200/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.