HW Engineering Manager, Leo Hardware Development
- US citizenship
Open in 2 locations
Amazon Leo posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
California
1 open- $151,000–$204,300/yr
San Diego, California, USA (opens on this page)
full-time · Posted 4mo ago
Washington
1 open- $175,100–$236,900/yr
Redmond, Washington, USA (opens on this page)
full-time · Posted 3mo ago
About the job
Amazon LEO is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
Amazon LEO will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. We are seeking a hardware engineering manager to join our team at Amazon Leo.
The successful candidate will be responsible to lead the design, implementation and validation of complex space grade hardware electronics targeted to payload antenna systems. As a leader, you will manage, develop and grow your team to deliver results and collaborate with cross functional teams in the organization.
You have a good mix of interpersonal skills expected from a manager and technical acumen expected from an engineer.
Your ownership and contributions will include: - Career development, team review and growth - Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, timelines and resources - Develop processes, mechanisms for efficient execution on priorities - Execute on a HW development process for complex antenna systems - Innovate with your team on challenges unique to Leo - Collaborate with cross-functional team for complete system integrity and performance - Lead and coordinate technical trades in various areas such PCB development, digital electronics, high speed serial interfaces, reliability and “design for X” - Lead the team developing the hardware for advanced antenna systems in space application ## 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. ## Basic qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field - 7+ years of industrial experience especially in board level analog/digital design with large ASIC’s - 3+ years of experience in a technical leading role and a management position - 5+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity - 5+ years of experience using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters - Experience with advanced CAD tools ## Preferred qualifications - Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field - Experience with developing hardware for space applications - Experience with the entire NPI process - Familiarity with analog electronic fundamentals (transistor circuits, op-amps, filters, etc) - Experience in design, implementation, bring up and debugging of HW from prototypes to manufacturing - Familiarity with power supply design 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 - 175,100.00 - 236,900.00 USD annually
From Amazon Leo's job posting for Redmond, Washington, USA, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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