Sr. Space Mission Systems Engineer, Kuiper Government Solutions

Senior • On-site

$136,100 - $235,200/yr

Northridge, CA , +1

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Space Mission Systems Engineer to join our innovative team. This role involves working directly with government customers across the globe to harness the power of our broadband Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation for advanced communication solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of satellite systems engineering, communications, RF or optical communication systems, and understanding of security and compliance for government applications.

*This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. Citizen in order to comply with U.S. government-imposed requirements related to the nature of the work and/or where it will be performed.

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Key job responsibilities
As the Senior Mission Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of secure and reliable satellite communications for government applications. Your primary responsibility will include engaging with both US and International Government customers to understand and fulfill their mission needs. Familiarity with link budgets, Space Vehicle SE and SE fundamentals will help you lead the design and integration of advanced satellite and ground communication systems. Your expertise in RF/Optical systems and government controlled environments will be crucial in ensuring optimal performance, while your commitment to security and compliance will safeguard sensitive information. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers, drive technical innovation, and manage multiple high-impact projects, contributing significantly to our mission of providing advanced communication solutions through our broadband proliferated LEO constellation.

A day in the life
In this role, you will be involved in collaborating with government customers to understand their system needs, use cases and operational scenarios, designing and optimizing engineering budgets, and integration of advanced communication systems. You'll conduct technical analyses, troubleshoot issues, and ensure security and compliance standards are met. Mentoring junior engineers, you will serve as technical lead, brainstorm innovative solutions, work with hardware and software integration, and manage and balance multiple projects to ensure timely delivery. Your day ends with reviewing system performance and preparing technical documentation, driving forward our mission of delivering on behalf of our customers. You will be required to be onsite working with our collaborative team and developing our culture 5 days a week.

About the team
Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and under-served communities around the world.

The Kuiper Government Engineering team is a multi-disciplinary technology team involved in developing and delivering targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. The KGS Engineering team works closely with the core Kuiper team, and addresses the needs of specific customers (such as government agencies).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field of study
* 10+ years proven experience in satellite and or ground communication systems
* Work with government agencies and defense contractors to understand their mission needs and provide tailored solutions
* System Design and Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and integrate satellite communication systems, including hardware and software components.
* Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the strategic direction of the satellite communications engineering team.
* Innovation and Problem Solving: Drive innovation in satellite technology and solve technical challenges to enhance system performance and reliability.
* Experience creating and/or providing feedback for engineering documentation and artifacts such as Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTM), Interface Control Documents (ICD), Systems Architecture Documents and Diagrams
* Experience with Systems Design Lifecycle artifacts and reviews such as Systems Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
* Experience leading trade studies and Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) evaluations
* Experience testing systems and ability to troubleshoot and identify bottlenecks
* Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in and ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment
* Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Advanced degree, Masters (M.S.) or Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field of study
* 15+ years’ space industry experience, with previous work on deployed space systems
* Familiarity with communication and networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP), wireless technologies, signal processing, and software defined networks
* Expertise in simulations using non-flight hardware for prototyping and demonstrating early risk reduction including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing environments
* Understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, especially in the context of space systems * Experience in orbital dynamics, mission analysis.
* Experience with Systems Engineering toolkits for requirements and verification management

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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