Opto-Mech Lab Engineer, Amazon Leo

Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will deliver low-latency high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Within the Optical Inter-Satellite Link (OISL) organization you will directly contribute to the development and production of high-bandwidth free-space optical communication systems that connect satellites in orbit.

We are seeking a Lab Engineer II to join our multi-discipline team responsible for the assembly integration and test (AIT) of opto-mechanical and fiber optic systems for free-space optical this role you will execute integration and qualification test workflows maintain rigorous build standards and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver flight-quality hardware.


Key job responsibilities
Execute the assembly integration and test of opto-mechanical and fiber optic devices test stations and supporting GSE to performance and workmanship standards.
Execute qualification test procedures for aerospace hardware collecting data and tracking progress against test plans and success criteria.
Perform precision fiber optic splicing termination and characterization operations; validate quality through quantitative measurement.
Measure and characterize optical assemblies and laser systems documenting results and flagging anomalies.
Maintain rigorous cleanliness standards and proper optical/fiber handling techniques throughout the build process.
Coordinate task execution within assigned workstreams tracking progress and flagging schedule or resource risks.
Support the development and improvement of assembly and test procedures based on hands-on build experience.
Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve integration challenges and provide design-for-manufacturability feedback.

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 engineering physics or equivalent
- 4 years of hands-on experience in the assembly integration and test of aerospace hardware in a development or production environment.
- Demonstrated experience executing qualification test campaigns for aerospace or defense hardware.
- Experience tracking and coordinating lab tasks across concurrent activities using ticketing or project management tools.

- Experience with fiber optic splicing termination polishing and characterization.
- Experience with opto-mechanical assembly laser beam characterization interferometry or precision optical measurement techniques.
- Experience working in cleanroom or controlled laboratory environments with contamination control protocols.
- Familiarity with satellite aerospace or defense optical systems and associated quality standards.
- Exposure to FRACAS or structured failure investigation and root cause analysis processes.
- Experience supporting automated test sequences or system characterization routines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical findings clearly.

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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 - 99400.00 - 160000.00 USD annually