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You will join a multi-disciplinary team responsible for developing and testing the hardware that provides optical communications between satellites. You will support the manufacture and test of optical communications hardware, and contribute to the design of next-generation optical communications system.
Key job responsibilities
* Lead the development of manufacturing processes for optical communications components and subsystems
* Coordinate closely with manufacturing team to conduct root cause analyses into non-conforming parts
* Prototype and test next generation optical designs
* Prepare technical reports for stakeholder review
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.
A day in the life
You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations. You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven't been solved at scale before. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot, have fun and make a positive impact on millions of people. Basic Qualifications: - Experience with test plan development, building the necessary test bench infrastructure, developing tests and verifying the design
- 5+ years of full product life cycle experience
- Master’s Degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electronics, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Experience with lasers, detectors, modulators, optical fiber and devices, testing and characterization
- Experience analyzing and troubleshooting PCBAs and opto-electronic communications systems Preferred Qualifications: - Experience participating in or leading technical collaborations and creating alignment across diverse groups (e.g., hardware engineering, software engineering, program management)
- PhD Degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electronics, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Expertise in optical design
- 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
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 - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually
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