Sr. Optical Engineer, Amazon Leo

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.

You will join a multi-discipline team responsible for development for optical communication system between satellites. You will be responsible for design build and verification of optical systems for optical Intersatellite link systems.


Key job responsibilities
Design build and qualify optical metrology stations for build test and manufacturing of optical Intersatellite link system.
Develop clear understanding of optical tests needed for qualifying optical systems
Conduct optical module design validation test and prepare optical test engineering report for Program Reviews as requested.
Analyze technical problems arising in optical testing and manufacturing and develop optimal strategies for solving them.
Develop new and improve existing optical measurement methods using optical metrology equipment like interferometer camera imaging systems Hart-Mann sensor for optical module integration alignment and testing.
Analyze and propose new solutions to optical systems.
Write MATLAB/Python scripts to analyze and plot data required for stakeholder review.
Develop measurement process and procedures for volume manufacturing and transfer it production team.

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.

- Masters Degree in Optical Engineering Physics Electronics or related discipline or equivalent experience
- 5 years of experience in optical systems development across full product life cycles - concept to production
- Experience with lasers detectors modulators optical fiber and devices testing and characterization Experience with optical metrology for component and system test and qualification.
- Experience with physical and geometric optics Gaussian beam propagation and detection

- PhD Degree in Optical Engineering Physics Electronics or related discipline or equivalent experience
- Expertise in imaging and non-imaging optical design using Zemax or other software
- Ability to lead interdisciplinary discussions between Hardware Reliability and Firmware teams
- Experience in automated testing and system characterization
- Ability to provide thought leadership and key input on new initiatives as well as on programs underway
- Ability to regularly engage with senior stake holders and influence across the organization
- Knowledge and experience with precision optical components and systems.
- Experience with fiber optics components and handling of optical fiber
- Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213600/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.