Antenna Systems Engineer, Amazon Leo Antenna Development
- US citizenship
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This posting states $96.6k–$160k a year. Open RF engineer jobs in Washington post a median of $168k a year, the middle half $160k–$203k, across 50 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
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About the job
Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
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 Leo 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.
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 Leo 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 ## Basic qualifications - Bachelor's 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 - 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 ## Preferred qualifications - MS in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of work experience or PhD with 2+ years of experience - Experience working with phased arrays, calibration and antenna measurement - Experience with one of the mainstream antenna simulation tools (CST/HFSS) 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .
USA, WA, Redmond - 96,600.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
From Amazon Leo's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Amazon Leo
Amazon's satellite internet constellation, formerly Project Kuiper: satellites, launches, ground stations and the terminals customers use.
Pay on its listings: 93.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
How it pays: Paid as an employee on Amazon's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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