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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 underserved communities around the world.The Kuiper Government Solutions 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). The Senior Mechanical Engineer will play a pivotal role in the team delivering innovative and fast-paced analysis and design for both space and ground systems and sub-systems. The Mechanical Engineer should a background in one or more of the following: space vehicle design, analysis, and electro-mechanical systems integration and test. The ideal candidate has experience making optimization trades for payloads and system architectures. This is a hands-on role for a highly collaborative individual that combines superb technical and analytical capabilities to convert analytic trade studies to a space qualified payload, while meeting cross discipline requirements. The candidate will have a sharp focus on the specific needs of the customer and be able to conduct or support the thermal and structural analyses to show that proposed solutions will meet the customer’s goals. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on complex programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). The candidate will be able to prepare easy-to-read and technically compelling written reports.Key job responsibilities- Perform mechanical design and layout trade studies for satellite payloads or structures, ground based communication equipment, and test support hardware.- Contributes to the overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams - Electrical, RF, Optical, Thermal, Dynamics, Mechanisms, Materials, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test- Perform mechanical design of payloads, structures, electronic enclosures, harnesses, and support equipment- Conduct or support structural and thermal analysis via finite element methods as needed to support design work and to demonstrate that technical solutions will meet the needs and requirements of the customer’s mission and application- Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations for cost/manufacturability vs design uncertainty- Generate detailed designs via CAD systems and engineering drawings with appropriate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)- Deliver well-written documentation, reports, and presentations for technical design reviews and as part of proposal efforts- Design and support test campaigns, both development and qualification/acceptance, for space hardware.- Interact directly with customers to understand technical requirements, and translate them into technically robust solutions backed by data and analysisSecurity clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Basic qualifications- - BSME from ABET accredited university- - 3+ years experience as a mechanical engineer and designer- - 1+ year experience designing electronic enclosures- - Experience with structural engineering analysis methods and tools- - Experience with thermal engineering analysis and tools ...

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 underserved communities around the world. The mission of Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions (KGS) is to provide high speed, low latency, and secure broadband access for United States and global government customers using Kuiper’s satellite network.We have an immediate opening for an Import and Export Control Lead to support the Kuiper Government Solutions team focusing on U.S. Government customers, such as NASA, DoD, and National Security, in addition to global government customers. As the Import and Export Control Lead, you will drive end-to-end management of global trade operations through strategic oversight of import compliance requirements, Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) authorizations, and SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) optimization.You will work in a collaborative, analytical, and fast-paced environment and must be comfortable interacting with cross-functional teams. The candidate must think big while diving deep, build and earn trust with internal and external customers and be passionate about delivering high-quality results. The ideal candidate will have experience with import and export classifications, licensing, operations, and SAP GTS.Key job responsibilities• Develop and implement customs compliance policies, procedures and work instructions• Manage customs import compliance requirements including harmonized tariff scheduled (HTS) classifications, country of origin determinations, customs valuation, duties, taxes and fees, import licenses and permits, and records• Coordinate with customs brokers to ensure accurate entry filings, monitor entry status, resolve customs holds, and respond to CBP inquiries• Analyze and determine eligibility for license exceptions and exemptions under the EAR and ITAR (including STA, ENC, and 126.4), document decision rationale, and implement appropriate controls and procedures• Prepare and submit EAR and ITAR export license applications, while maintaining a comprehensive tracking system to monitor usage, conditions, and expiration dates• Configure and maintain SAP GTS, including optimization of automated trade processes, license management, product classification, and customs management• Develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency, compliance rates, and cycle times, while identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost savings• Provide trade compliance training to cross-functional teams and key stakeholders• Design and execute risk-based trade compliance audits and assessments, identify compliance gaps, coordinate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and minimize riskSecurity clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor’s degree in business, international trade, supply chain, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and relevant work experience• 7 + years experience in import/export operations• 5 + years of hands-on experience managing EAR/ITAR licensing requirements, including classifications, license determinations, and authorization management• 5 + years of practical experience working with import requirements, custom regulations, and international shipping procedures• 3 + years of demonstrated experience utilizing global trade management systems for classification, license management, and compliance documentation ...

Project Kuiper is a visionary initiative within Amazon that aims to revolutionize global connectivity through the development of a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed, low latency, internet services to underserved and unserved communities and remote communities around the world. By leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology, we are working towards a future where everyone has access to reliable and high-quality internet connectivity regardless of their location. The Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering organization is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted government and international customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. KGS Engineering leads the development and delivery of targeted and scalable solutions for custom space and terrestrial applications. KGS collaborates closely with Project Kuiper to leverage the constellation of advance satellites to provide seamless and efficient communication capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The KGS Engineering team is seeking highly technical and talented individuals who are passionate about creating unique solutions that result in a positive impact on a global scale.The RF System engineer will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to design, integrate, and test innovative product solutions. The RF System Engineer will work closely with colleagues throughout Project Kuiper’s inter-disciplinary team and collaborate with key partners and suppliers in order to ensure our system exceeds customer expectations. The RF System Engineer must be responsive, flexible, innovative, and able to succeed within a collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. As a member of the KGS Engineering Integrated Systems Solutions organization, the RF System engineer will be responsible for all aspects of the requirements definition, interface development, integration, test, verification, and validation of one or more of the following: the satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals. This includes testing, analyzing, and optimizing the particular satellite or ground element being developed, and ensuring that it meets the needs of the specific customer and/or target application. Testing efforts include functional and performance testing through various environmental conditions as required to ensure system integrity. Responsibilities also include the design and test of support equipment necessary to enable efficient test execution and requirements verification. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience leading large-scale programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies).Key job responsibilities• Working within a project team and taking responsibility for a high bandwidth, low earth orbit communications satellite constellation and terrestrial communication technologies• Define requirements, develop interface control documents, and perform requirements derivation and allocation analysis and technical budgets with tools developed to drive designs, correlate models with test data, and develop verification evidence. • Deep-dives into component and subsystem designs to document expectations, evaluate tests, remedy test failures, and provide quick feedback to improve performance• Collaborating with diverse technical teams such as software, mechanical, modem, and compliance teams to validate expectations for system-level and network-level operations, from concept through execution• Integrating the end-to-end RF communications system. Meeting with customers internally and externally to select components• Defining test plans and procedures for lab and RF chamber testing, based on identified requirements for subsystems and for the overall system• Defining test plans and procedures for on-orbit payload verification or satellite testing, based on identified requirements• Analyzing and mitigating potential self-interference and other system interference issues• Implementing, validating, and optimizing RF lab set-ups composed of antenna, measurement equipment, and prototype equipment• Analyzing RF link budget / line-up for test set-ups and for the deployed system• Configuring test equipment for automated operation: satellite link emulator, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.• Meeting with suppliers to select enabling lab technologies• Interpreting test results, troubleshooting issues, performing root-cause analysis for any test failures• Documenting test results, test coverage, and other key performance indicators (KPI) metrics• Communicating status and issues effectively with developers and managers• Shepherding payload subsystems through test campaigns throughout the development lifecycle, from concept to implementation to integration. • Analyze test data and engage with others in Kuiper, customers, suppliers, or partners to evaluate the product performance and provide proactive feedback on potential improvements.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.”About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. These solutions are tailored to meet the needs of government and international customers for both space-based and terrestrial applications. The Integrated Engineering Solutions organization under KGS Engineering plays a vital role in the entire life cycle of the development of an engineering solution, including architecture development, requirements and interface definition through assembly, integration, and test (AI&T). verification, and post-delivery and operational support. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, aerospace, or similar field• 5+ years of space vehicle, bus, RF payload, or optical payload integration and test or related industry experience• 5+ years of experience developing space or communication system test requirements, plans, and procedures for system design verification and validation.• 5+ years of RF system engineering or related industry experience• 5+ years of experience in RF design and/or verification with launched products• 4+ years of experience in the use of standard electronic lab test equipment (i.e. network analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators, multimeters, etc.)• 4+ years of experience developing code in C, C++, Python, Docker, and Rust on Linux platform and experience with industry standard coding practices• Experience with testing satellite communications payloads, optical communications payload, spacecraft bus and constituent subsystems, or space vehicle level. ...

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch thousands of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world, including USA and international governments. This position will lead the implementation of special networking features to support government customers using Kuiper for space, air, land, and sea applications.Key job responsibilitiesAs a Sr. Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing the program team, establishing program cost, technical and schedule baselines, and tracking progress towards that baseline. You will identify project critical schedule paths, establish and implement plans to avoid and recover from challenges, and ensure your programs meet customer cost, technical and schedule goals.You will work with KGS product, engineering, contracts, finance, supply chain, and business development employees to support your programs. You will work closely with the Kuiper commercial to organize resources, schedule milestones, and track achievements. You will work in a collaborative, analytical, fast-paced environment and must be comfortable interacting with highly technical cross-functional teams. The candidate must have strong business judgment, dive deep into data, have strong writing skills, and be comfortable leading executive-level reviews. The best candidates will have deep understanding of satellite communications systems and components, systems engineering, and program management. Candidates with experience executing programs to develop, field, maintain, and support terrestrial and SATCOM networks; on stationary and mobile endpoints; custom networking features in hardware accelerators, firmware and software; modeling, simulation and emulation of proposed solutions; network resource planning; and network security and cyber standards, equipment and practices will be preferred.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.A day in the lifeIn this role you will:- Propose and drive adoption of improvements to the Kuiper program for government users- Lead and document trade studies for intra-team review for stakeholder buy-in- Deliver programs that develop new networking features and implementations; model, simulate, and emulate network feature implementations; integrate new networking features into existing operational systems; perform demonstrations; monitor and validate deployed network features, security and cyber protections in the deployed system including compatibility with standards such as HAIPE and EDE-CIS; obtain relevant government and industry certifications and compatibility with industry and government standards; maintain and support deployed features; and collect and analyze security, cyber, and performance statistics for compliance with requirements and customer standards; and support third party independent testing and validation.- Create program schedule, cost and technical baselines, define and track key program metrics, and manage execution of the program to meet those goals. Manage suppliers, subcontractors and support staff on your programs. Proactively manage the programs and devise plans to resolve breakdowns, remove roadblocks, avoid triggering threats, fulfill obligations and exploit opportunities. Organize regular project and team meetings, focusing design teams and support staff to meeting program baselines. Set agenda, communicate meeting notes and actions, follow up with responsible owners. Provide monthly program status updates to management, stakeholders, and customers. Fulfill program hardware, software, firmware, and documentation deliverables.- Communicate clear and effective narratives to executive management on the plans, status, and critical issues. Escalate urgent issues appropriately and drive them to closure in a timely manner.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of technical product or program management experience- 7+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience- 5+ years of technical program management working directly with software engineering teams experience- Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or equivalent ...

Project Kuiper is Amazon’s initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities globally. Join our mission to close the digital divide and connect people, businesses, and governments in places where reliable connectivity has been a challenge.We are breaking new ground with every device we design, from custom silicon to secure software, to enable innovative satellite and ground systems. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of satellite communications technology to make global connectivity a reality.As an Embedded Software Development Engineer on the Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) team, you will design and develop embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground systems. You’ll work on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms, collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and product teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions.This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of space-based communication systems with minimal legacy constraints. Your work will directly support critical government initiatives, enabling secure and high-performance communication systems for U.S. and allied missions.This role is based in Northridge, CA, or Redmond, WA, with U.S. relocation benefits. Onsite work is required 5 days a week.Key job responsibilities• Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground terminal systems, focusing on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms.• Leverage modern application frameworks for Embedded Linux and RTOS platforms to develop scalable, modular, and high-performance software.• Implement and integrate software for data processing, device control, and networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP).• Debug and resolve complex hardware-software integration issues using tools like logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software interaction and system reliability.• Mentor junior engineers, conduct design reviews, and uphold high software quality standards.Security Clearance : This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) is a multidisciplinary team developing targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. KGS Device Software focuses on embedded software solutions for custom products supporting U.S. and allied government customers. We collaborate closely with hardware and systems teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions for mission-critical applications.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience programming with at least one software programming language- 2+ years of programming experience in C, C++, or Rust for resource-constrained systems- Proficiency in debugging, optimization, and hardware-software system integration- Proficiency in debugging, optimization, and hardware-software system integration- Excellent written and verbal communication skills ...

Are you looking to create value for millions of customers by helping to develop creative assets for Kuiper Government customers? Do you want to work at a company where you are the owner, where you are encouraged to build, and where you have the autonomy to push boundaries? Do you have a passion for design and a desire to bring delightful products and services to life in an entirely new way? This describes your daily journey. Are you ready? Then join us on Project Kuiper.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 underserved communities around the world. The Principal Channel Partner Business Development Lead, will play a pivotal role in defining and selling customer-oriented services for Kuiper satellite communication services through strategic partnerships with integrators, original equipment manufacturers, and service providers serving government customers. The successful candidate will have deep understanding of satellite broadband and telecommunication services for consumer, enterprise, telecom, transportation and government customers across the globe. We have an immediate opening for a Principal Channel Partner Business Development Lead, to deliver business growth focused on U.S. Government customers with unique requirements to operate in, from, and to space in support of Defense and National Security objectives. As Principal Channel Partner Business Development Lead, you will drive business growth through rapid adoption of Kuiper broadband and space connectivity services with Kuiper Government customers. This is an exciting opportunity for a satellite communications (SATCOM) experienced, high speed business development professional to own the definition and execution of KGS’ Business Development strategy and go-to-market plan for a key group of customers to deliver bar raising business outcomes.In this unique opportunity you will be a key member of KGS’ business development team as well as work closely with technical program management, product development, and engineering teams. 2025 will be a year of rapid growth and requires a particularly skilled and forward leaning business development leader who will be accountable to generate results for our customers and business.Key job responsibilities• Deliver business targets focused on growth within key strategic channel partnerships serving US government customer sets• Implement the strategic business development plan for Kuiper Government Solutions with our channel partners and government customers, while working with key internal stakeholders (e.g., KGS’ product and engineering teams, legal, operations support) • Develop and sustain persistent and trusted relationships with key strategic partners and key government customers at all levels • Distill diverse inputs from customers and stakeholders, lead complex strategic initiatives, and deliver results independently and with teams• Serve as the voice of our customer. Your inputs will drive product teams to invent and evolve the products to address customer issues, concerns, and requests from the field. To be successful, you will need to gather and analyze customer insights from business drivers, market trends, customer feedback, and operating metrics.Develop and execute pipeline development, discrimination and implementation:• Develop strategic partnership opportunities to achieve KGS growth • Create a robust and healthy pipeline of opportunities focused on this key customer set and then deliver planned business outcomes• Close government and strategic partnership deals in coordination with Amazon and Kuiper legal, marketing, Export Control, and Public Policy teams• Manage complex contract negotiations and complex business requirements and activities which deliver results • Develop tailored Service Level Agreements (SLA) which reflect government customer requirements and Kuiper network capabilities • Think strategically and analytically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions, and work cross-organizationally to build consensus. • Deliver excellent written and verbal communications including a passion for writing detailed strategic and go-to-market documents • Communicate significantly complex decisions, trade-offs, results, and financial modeling succinctly, both verbally and in writing, to customers and stakeholders• Consistently exceed key performance metrics and Deliver Results• Mentor and develop others with the KGS teamThis position is in Arlington, VA. Some travel, primarily domestic, will be required.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance.About the teamHere at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious and earn trust.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field• 10+ years developing and executing satellite communications (SATCOM) sales strategies for government customers• Extensive experience carrying quotas and consistently exceeded them by doing the right things for customers• 10+ years experience working with emerging solutions and providers including experience with SATCOM and/or cloud computing technology for government customers• 8+ years experience developing and executing sales strategies for new product lines• 8+ years experience working with new product/service development teams ...

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 underserved communities around the world. The mission of Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions (KGS) is to leverage Kuiper and provide high speed, low latency, and secure satellite broadband services to United States Government, including NASA, the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community and allied government customers. We have an immediate opening for a Mission Assurance Specialist to assist with ensuring mission success for government satellite and communications programs. In this role, you will contribute to supply chain strategies and mission assurance efforts tailored to government customer needs. This position is based in Northern Virginia area. Some travel, both domestic and internationally may be required. Are you looking to create value for millions of customers? Do you want to work at a company where you are the owner, where you are encouraged to build, and where you have the autonomy to push boundaries? Do you have a passion for designing scalable, flexible and customer obsessed solutions? Are you ready? Then join us on Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions team.The candidate should also have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about the mission, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions in a written context. The ideal candidate has foundational knowledge of SATCOM and global network requirement needs, Mission Assurance and U.S. Government satellite communication architecture, and related systems used for secure US and Allied government networking of SATCOM data.Key job responsibilitiesThis is a unique opportunity to assist in the development of a global broadband communicationsystem to include tailored solutions for U.S. Government customers. You will develop and takeresponsibility for developing a KGS specific mission assurance approach for our governmentcustomers. You will also work closely with the Kuiper commercial supply chain team todevelop strategies to meet government customer needs and requirements.In this role you will:• Support KGS’s Mission Assurance efforts with U.S. Government customers.• Establish government compliant supply chain and mission assurance review processes.• Conduct risk assessments and identify potential areas of concern for complex and high-stakes projects• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality assurance processes• Maintain a database of Kuiper and KGS specific suppliers, with associated risk factors.• Proactively identify potential risks and recommend solutions to prevent them• Support Mission Assurance and Supply chain discussions, ask probing questions, and work with the team to clearly document, roadmaps, scoping, schedules, and solutions to issues. • Communicate clearly and effectively to peers and leadership on the plans, status, and critical issues.• Demonstrate leadership and ability to navigate through complex problems, weighing various priorities and options, and managing trades studies and constraints. • Provide visualizations, document results, and communicate them across multi- disciplinary project teams outcomes.• Organize, direct, and execute the planning and production of activities associated with assigned mission assurance projects• Ensure quality products and services are delivered, including scorecards, briefs, and metrics• Conduct pre-assessment work including data gathering, research, and coordinationThis 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.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.- 7+ years of experience with Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), Critical infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Mission Assurance (MA).- Experience implementing and maintaining a SCRM program. ...

Project Kuiper is a visionary initiative within Amazon that aims to revolutionize global connectivity through the development of a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed, low latency, internet services to underserved and unserved communities and remote communities around the world. By leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology, we are working towards a future where everyone has access to reliable and high-quality internet connectivity regardless of their location. The Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering organization is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted government and international customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. KGS Engineering leads the development and delivery of targeted and scalable solutions for custom space and terrestrial applications. KGS collaborates closely with Project Kuiper to leverage the constellation of advance satellites to provide seamless and efficient communication capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The KGS Engineering team is seeking highly technical and talented individuals who are passionate about creating unique solutions that result in a positive impact on a global scale.The System Integration & Test (I&T) engineer will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to design, integrate, and test innovative space-based and terrestrial applications. The System I&T Engineer will work closely with colleagues throughout Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) inter-disciplinary teams and collaborate with key partners and suppliers in order to ensure our system exceeds customer expectations. The System I&T Engineer must be responsive, flexible, innovative, and able to succeed within a collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. As a member of the KGS Engineering Integrated Systems Solutions organization, the System I&T engineer will be responsible for developing the architecture and executing the design, build, and validation of test systems for complex systems and subsystems. The candidate will have the capabilities to develop test procedures, test software, test scripts, APIs, and automation to enable test and verification at various products levels including but not limited to system-on-chip (SoC) calibration algorithm verification, silicon wafer and photonics test, test automation and data analysis for electronics, opto-mechanical/opto-electrical subsystems, and system level tests including environmental tests. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the test architecture supports all aspects of the integration, test, verification, and validation of one or more of the following: the satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals. This includes testing, analyzing, and optimizing the test support equipment to the particular satellite or ground element being developed. Testing efforts include functional and performance testing through various environmental conditions as required and it will be the candidate’s responsibility to ensure the test systems enable efficient test execution and requirements verification. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on large-scale programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). Key job responsibilities• Provide System Integration and Test leadership to one or more of the following: the satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals.• Provide system-level test design technical expertise to one or more of the following products and services: satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals.• Specify and develop end-to-end payload or sub-system integration and test plans and procedures to validate performance against customer and/or partner requirements• Create test algorithms, test scripts, and calibration routines as part of performing lab and field evaluation of integrated satellites, bus, payloads or sub-systems• Analyze system and subsystem test data and engage with cross functionally with teammates, partners, suppliers, or customers to evaluate the product performance and provide proactive feedback on potential improvements.• Architect, design, and validate mechanical, optical, and electrical support equipment necessary to enable test execution and requirements verification• Prepare reports documenting test results, test coverage, performance results and other key performance indicator (KPI) metrics, and communicate issues effectively with developers and managers• Effectively manage and track to closure test anomalies, defects, and bugs; Debug, root-cause, and make continuous improvements of control systems in a high-rate production environmentThis 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.”About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. These solutions are tailored to meet the needs of government and international customers for both space-based and terrestrial applications. The Integrated Engineering Solutions organization under KGS Engineering plays a vital role in the entire life cycle of the development of an engineering solution, including architecture development, requirements and interface definition through assembly, integration, and test (AI&T). verification, and post-delivery and operational support. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, aerospace, or similar field• 5+ years of space vehicle, bus, RF payload, or optical payload integration and test or related industry experience• 5+ years of experience developing space or communication system test requirements, plans, and procedures for system design verification and validation.• 4+ years of experience developing code in Matlab, LabVIEW, Python, Docker, Rust on Linux platforms and experience with industry standard coding practices• Experience with testing satellite communications payloads, optical communications payload, spacecraft bus and constituent subsystems, or space vehicle level. ...

Project Kuiper is Amazon’s initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities globally. Join our mission to close the digital divide and connect people, businesses, and governments in places where reliable connectivity has been a challenge.We are breaking new ground with every device we design, from custom silicon to secure software, to enable innovative satellite and ground systems. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of satellite communications technology to make global connectivity a reality.As a Senior Device Software Development Engineer on the Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) team, you will design and develop embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground systems. You’ll work on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms, collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and product teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions.This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of space-based communication systems with minimal legacy constraints. Your work will directly support critical government initiatives, enabling secure and high-performance communication systems for U.S. and allied missions.This role is based in Northridge or El Segundo, CA, or Redmond, WA, with U.S. relocation benefits. Onsite work is required 5 days a week.Key job responsibilities• Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground terminal systems, focusing on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms.• Leverage modern application frameworks for Embedded Linux and RTOS platforms to develop scalable, modular, and high-performance software.• Implement and integrate software for data processing, device control, and networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP).• Develop low-level drivers for peripherals and interfaces, including I2C, SPI, PCIe, UART, and GPIO.• Collaborate with hardware teams to support board bring-up and integration testing.• Drive security initiatives, including bootloaders, cryptography, and secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices.• Debug and resolve complex hardware-software integration issues using tools like logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software interaction and system reliability.• Mentor junior engineers, conduct design reviews, and uphold high software quality standards. 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.About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) is a multidisciplinary team developing targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. KGS Device Software focuses on embedded software solutions for custom products supporting U.S. and allied government customers. We collaborate closely with hardware and systems teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions for mission-critical applications.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience- 4+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team- 3+ years of programming experience in C, C++, or Rust for resource-constrained systems- Proficiency in debugging, optimization, and hardware-software system integration- Excellent written and verbal communication skills ...

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 underserved communities around the world. The mission of Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions (KGS) is to provide high speed, low latency, and secure broadband access for United States and global government customers using Kuiper’s satellite network.We have an immediate opening for a Deal Desk Manager to support the KGS team focusing on government customers around the world, including defense and national security customers.Are you looking to create value for end users across the public sector by helping to develop sales and deal mechanisms for Kuiper’s global government customers? Do you want to work at a company where you are the owner, where you are encouraged to build, and where you have the autonomy to push boundaries? Do you have a passion for designing scalable, flexible and customer obsessed solutions? Are you ready? Then join Amazon’s Project Kuiper.Do you get excited by aerospace, space exploration, and/or satellites? Do you want to help build solutions at Project Kuiper to transform the space industry? If so, then we would love to talk!The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about the mission, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions in a written context. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the U.S. federal acquisition process in addition to selling services to global government customers. You must leverage your knowledge and skills to decide what actions to select stakeholders to determine the right goals and inform decisions. You will design long-term solutions to KGS deal development scaling approach. You will take the lead on finalizing contract terms for government opportunities, while delivering independently (seeking direction when needed).Key job responsibilitiesAs the Deal Desk Manager, KGS you will guide the team to respond to and win several strategic opportunities. You must think big while diving deep, remain flexible to change, build and earn trust with internal and external customers and be passionate about delivering high-quality results.In this role you will:• Design scalable deal frameworks and process to convert opportunities and close deals at high velocity.• Design business terms, guardrails, guidelines, policies, and metrics.• Develop mechanisms to handle specialized deals with exception approvals for non-standard requests.• Provide insights into deal economics and pricing strategies to enable deal negotiations to achieve the best possible outcome for customers and the business.• Own, manage, and drive velocity of term sheets and definitive agreements to streamline the deal cycle.• Be a trusted advisor to Executive leaders at Amazon and Kuiper Government Business Development leadership on Amazon approval policies and deal economics.• Conduct deal review with Finance, Product, Legal, Accounting, Tax, Regulatory, Engineering, and other partner teams to influence and facilitate alignment, approvals, and compliance to deliver business outcomes and customer success.• Hire, develop, and train the deal team on best practices and guidelines to follow for proposals, pricing, approvals, and contracting processes and policies.• Develop deal performance metrics and reporting to conduct deal post-mortem on contract and pricing strategies to identify learnings.• Capture and analyze customer insights to drive strategic shifts in product offering, service plans and pricing, and business terms to enable business growth.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years experience in managing deal strategy, business practices, approvals, or contracting teams for large customers and partners.- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or equivalent. ...

Amazon’s 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 underserved communities around the world. Kuiper Government Solutions’ (KGS) mission is to leverage Kuiper and provide high speed, low latency, and secure satellite broadband services to United States and allied government customers. This position will be working on KGS’ Business Operations team.We have an immediate opening for a Contracts and Operations Manager to support the KGS Business Operations Team.Key job responsibilities•Drafting, revising, and managing solicitations / requests for quotes (RFQs) and consultant contracts (work orders, main agreements, etc.) to ensure they are accurate, legally binding, and align with the business’ requirements. •Maintaining the integrity of all relevant documentation and be diligent in updating this information as necessary•Entering and maintaining contract data in KGS’ business systems•Building and sustaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers, allowing for open communication and aligning expectations •Managing business partnerships and effectively handling business escalations •Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to document all activities, ensuring transparency and clear communicationThis 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.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 2+ years of program or project management experience- Bachelor's degree or equivalent ...

Project Kuiper is a visionary initiative within Amazon that aims to revolutionize global connectivity through the development of a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed, low latency, internet services to underserved and unserved communities and remote communities around the world. By leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology, we are working towards a future where everyone has access to reliable and high-quality internet connectivity regardless of their location. The Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering organization is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted government and international customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. KGS Engineering leads the development and delivery of targeted and scalable solutions for custom space and terrestrial applications. KGS collaborates closely with Project Kuiper to leverage the constellation of advance satellites to provide seamless and efficient communication capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The KGS Engineering team is seeking highly technical and talented individuals who are passionate about creating unique solutions that result in a positive impact on a global scale.The System Integration & Test (I&T) engineer will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to design, integrate, and test innovative space-based and terrestrial applications. The System I&T Engineer will work closely with colleagues throughout Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) inter-disciplinary teams and collaborate with key partners and suppliers in order to ensure our system exceeds customer expectations. The System I&T Engineer must be responsive, flexible, innovative, and able to succeed within a collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. As a member of the KGS Engineering Integrated Systems Solutions organization, the System I&T engineer will be responsible for developing the architecture and executing the design, build, and validation of test systems for complex systems and subsystems. The candidate will have the capabilities to develop test procedures, test software, test scripts, APIs, and automation to enable test and verification at various products levels including but not limited to system-on-chip (SoC) calibration algorithm verification, silicon wafer and photonics test, test automation and data analysis for electronics, opto-mechanical/opto-electrical subsystems, and system level tests including environmental tests. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the test architecture supports all aspects of the integration, test, verification, and validation of one or more of the following: the satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals. This includes testing, analyzing, and optimizing the test support equipment to the particular satellite or ground element being developed. Testing efforts include functional and performance testing through various environmental conditions as required and it will be the candidate’s responsibility to ensure the test systems enable efficient test execution and requirements verification. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on large-scale programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). Key job responsibilities• Provide System Integration and Test leadership to one or more of the following: the satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals.• Provide system-level test design technical expertise to one or more of the following products and services: satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals.• Specify and develop end-to-end payload or sub-system integration and test plans and procedures to validate performance against customer and/or partner requirements• Create test algorithms, test scripts, and calibration routines as part of performing lab and field evaluation of integrated satellites, bus, payloads or sub-systems• Analyze system and subsystem test data and engage with cross functionally with teammates, partners, suppliers, or customers to evaluate the product performance and provide proactive feedback on potential improvements.• Architect, design, and validate mechanical, optical, and electrical support equipment necessary to enable test execution and requirements verification• Prepare reports documenting test results, test coverage, performance results and other key performance indicator (KPI) metrics, and communicate issues effectively with developers and managers• Effectively manage and track to closure test anomalies, defects, and bugsSecurity Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. These solutions are tailored to meet the needs of government and international customers for both space-based and terrestrial applications. The Integrated Engineering Solutions organization under KGS Engineering plays a vital role in the entire life cycle of the development of an engineering solution, including architecture development, requirements and interface definition through assembly, integration, and test (AI&T). verification, and post-delivery and operational support. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, aerospace, or similar field• 8+ years of space vehicle, bus, RF payload, or optical payload integration and test or related industry experience• 8+ years of experience developing space or communication system test requirements, plans, and procedures for system design verification and validation.• 6+ years of experience developing code in Matlab, LabVIEW, Python, Docker, Rust on Linux platforms and experience with industry standard coding practices• Experience with testing satellite communications payloads, optical communications payload, spacecraft bus and constituent subsystems, or space vehicle level. ...

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 underserved communities around the world.This role is responsible for designing, building out, and maintaining critical APIs and interfaces to link Kuiper capabilities to US Government customers such as NASA, DoD, and other National Security customers. You will develop forward-looking software services for mission critical space safety and sustainability applications which will automatically coordinate with external systems and organizations rapidly, reliably, and at scale. Key job responsibilitiesIn this role you will:- Utilize network topology understanding and Software Defined Networking / network operations experience to interface with the Kuiper network team to develop APIs and other enabling interface software to meet unique customer needs- Demonstrate the capabilities of the interfaces and architectures you define in a simulated test environment you help develop- Solve complex technical problems related to the use of the Kuiper constellation for government customers as part of a multi-disciplinary team- Lead internal and vendor teams to develop and deliver on software and interface requirements- Ensure systems meet Kuiper and US Government performance needs including availability, reliability, upgradeability, interoperability, and security requirements- Effectively communicate project health, risks and issues to stakeholders and management teams- Escalate urgent issues appropriately and drive them to closure in a timely manner- Provide visualizations, document results, and communicate them across multi-disciplinary project teams.The role is located in Redmond, WA, and includes US relocation benefits.Security Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI, so you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.About the teamThe Kuiper Solutions Engineering team is a multi-disciplinary technology team involved in developing and delivering targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications, including United States and allied government customers. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team ...

Are you looking to create value for millions of customers by helping to develop creative assets for Kuiper Government customers? Do you want to work at a company where you are the owner, where you are encouraged to build, and where you have the autonomy to push boundaries? Do you have a passion for design and a desire to bring delightful and innovative products and services to life in an entirely new way? This describes your daily journey. Are you ready? Then join us on Project Kuiper.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 underserved communities around the world. The Principal Defense Business Development Lead, will play a pivotal role in defining and selling customer-oriented services for Kuiper satellite communication services serving government customers. The successful candidate will have deep understanding of satellite broadband and telecommunication services for consumer, enterprise, telecom, transportation and government customers across the globe. We have an immediate opening for a Principal Defense Business Development Lead, to deliver business growth focused on U.S. Government customers with unique requirements to operate in, from, and to space in support of Defense and National Security objectives. As Principal Defense Business Development Lead, you will drive business growth through rapid adoption of Kuiper broadband and space connectivity services with Kuiper Government customers. This is an exciting opportunity for a satellite communications (SATCOM) experienced, high speed business development professional to own the definition and execution of KGS’ Business Development strategy and go-to-market plan for a key group of customers.In this unique opportunity you will be a key member of KGS’ business development team as well as work closely with technical program management, product development, and engineering teams. 2025 will be a year of rapid growth and requires a particularly skilled and forward leaning business development leader who will be accountable to generate results for our customers and business.Key job responsibilities• Deliver business targets focused on growth within key US government defense customer sets• Implement the strategic business development plan for Kuiper Government Solutions with our government defense customers, while working with key internal stakeholders (e.g., KGS’ product and engineering teams, legal, operations support) • Develop and sustain persistent and trusted relationships with key government defense customers at all levels [e.g., U.S. Space Force (USSF), U.S. Air Force (USAF), U.S. Navy (USN), U.S. Army (USA), etc.]• Distill diverse inputs from customers and stakeholders, lead complex strategic initiatives, and deliver results independently and with teams• Serve as the voice of our customer. Your inputs will drive product teams to invent and evolve the products to address customer issues, concerns, and requests from the field. To be successful, you will need to gather and analyze customer insights from business drivers, market trends, customer feedback, and operating metrics.Develop and execute pipeline development, discrimination and implementation:• Create a robust and healthy pipeline of opportunities focused on this key customer set and then deliver planned business outcomes• Develop strategic partnership opportunities to achieve KGS growth • Close government and strategic partnership deals in coordination with Amazon and Kuiper legal, marketing, Export Control, and Public Policy teams• Manage complex contract negotiations and complex business requirements and activities which deliver results • Develop tailored Service Level Agreements (SLA) which reflect government customer requirements and Kuiper network capabilities • Think strategically and analytically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions, and work cross-organizationally to build consensus. • Deliver excellent written and verbal communications including a passion for writing detailed strategic and go-to-market documents • Communicate significantly complex decisions, trade-offs, results, and financial modeling succinctly, both verbally and in writing, to customers and stakeholders• Consistently exceed key performance metrics and Deliver Results• Mentor and develop others with the KGS teamThis position is in Arlington, VA. Some travel, primarily domestic, will be required.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance.About the teamHere at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious and earn trust.Innovation is part of our DNA! Our goal is to be Earth's most customer-centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space based systems design and wireless systems.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field• 10+ years developing and executing satellite communications (SATCOM) sales strategies for government customers• 5+ years experience carrying quotas and consistently exceeded them by doing the right things for customers• 10+ years experience working with emerging solutions and providers including experience with SATCOM and/or cloud computing technology for government customers• 8+ years experience developing and executing sales strategies for new product lines• 5+ years experience working with new product/service development teams ...

Project Kuiper is a initiative within Amazon that aims to revolutionize global connectivity through the development of a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) interconnected satellite communication constellation. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed, low latency, internet services to underserved and unserved communities and remote communities around the world. By leveraging satellite technology, we are working towards a future where everyone has access to reliable and high-quality internet connectivity regardless of their location. The Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering organization is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted government and international customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. KGS Engineering leads the development and delivery of targeted and scalable solutions for custom space and terrestrial applications. KGS collaborates closely with Project Kuiper to leverage the constellation of advance satellites to provide seamless and efficient communication capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The KGS Engineering team is seeking highly technical and talented individuals who are passionate about creating unique solutions that result in a positive impact on a global scale.The Electrical Integration & Test (I&T) engineer will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to design, integrate, and test innovative space-based and terrestrial electronics. The Electrical I&T Engineer will work closely with colleagues throughout Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) inter-disciplinary teams and collaborate with key partners and suppliers in order to ensure our system exceeds customer expectations. The Electrical I&T Engineer must be responsive, flexible, innovative, and able to succeed within a collaborative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. As a member of the KGS Engineering Integrated Systems Solutions organization, the Electrical I&T engineer will be responsible for developing the architecture and executing the design, build, and validation of test systems for complex electronic subsystems. The candidate will have the capabilities to develop test procedures, test software, test scripts, APIs, and automation to enable test and verification at various products levels including but not limited to system-on-chip (SoC) calibration algorithm verification, silicon wafer and photonics test, test automation and data analysis for electronics, opto-electrical subsystems, and RF-system level tests including environmental tests. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the test architecture supports all aspects of the integration, test, verification, and validation of one or more of the following: the satellite bus electronic subsystems, RF payloads, opto-electrical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals. This includes testing, analyzing, and optimizing the test support equipment to the particular satellite or ground element being developed. Testing efforts include functional and performance testing through various environmental conditions as required and it will be the candidate’s responsibility to ensure the test systems enable efficient test execution and requirements verification. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on large-scale programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). Key job responsibilities• Provide Electronics Integration and Test leadership to one or more of the following: the satellite bus electronics, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals.• Provide electronics test design technical expertise to one or more of the following products and services: satellite bus, RF payloads, optical payloads, custom ground terminals, or custom user terminals.• Specify and develop end-to-end payload or sub-system integration and test plans and procedures to validate performance against customer and/or partner requirements• Create test algorithms, test scripts, and calibration routines as part of performing lab and field evaluation of integrated bus, payloads or sub-systems• Analyze electronics test data and engage with cross functionally with teammates, partners, suppliers, or customers to evaluate the product performance and provide proactive feedback on potential improvements.• Architect, design, and validate electrical support equipment necessary to enable test execution and requirements verification• Prepare reports documenting test results, test coverage, performance results and other key performance indicator (KPI) metrics, and communicate issues effectively with developers and managers• Effectively manage and track to closure test anomalies, defects, and bugs; Debug, root-cause, and make continuous improvements of control systems in a high-rate production environmentThis 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.”About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) Engineering is a multi-disciplinary technology team established to rapidly address the needs of targeted customers with specific solutions that have the potential to scale. These solutions are tailored to meet the needs of government and international customers for both space-based and terrestrial applications. The Integrated Engineering Solutions organization under KGS Engineering plays a vital role in the entire life cycle of the development of an engineering solution, including architecture development, requirements and interface definition through assembly, integration, and test (AI&T). verification, and post-delivery and operational support. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering- 5+ years of experience in board level design and design verification for aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics products; OR 5+ years of experience building complex test systems including test software systems- 5+ years of experience developing electronics test requirements, plans, and procedures for electrical product design verification and validation.- 5+ years of experience in the use of standard electronic lab test equipment (i.e. network analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, function generators, multimeters, etc.)- 5+ years of experience in embedded software or FPGA verification I Xilinx tools for aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics products; OR 5+ years of experience building complex test systems including integrating test software- Experience with testing satellite communications payloads, optical communications payload, spacecraft bus and constituent subsystems, or space vehicle level. ...

Project Kuiper is Amazon’s initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities globally. Join our mission to close the digital divide and connect people, businesses, and governments in places where reliable connectivity has been a challenge.We are breaking new ground with every device we design, from custom silicon to secure software, to enable innovative satellite and ground systems. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of satellite communications technology to make global connectivity a reality.As a Device Software Development Engineer on the Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) team, you will design and develop embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground systems. You’ll work on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms, collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and product teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions.This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of space-based communication systems with minimal legacy constraints. Your work will directly support critical government initiatives, enabling secure and high-performance communication systems for U.S. and allied missions.This role is based in Northridge, CA, or Redmond, WA, with U.S. relocation benefits. Onsite work is required 5 days a week.Key job responsibilities• Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground terminal systems, focusing on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms.• Leverage modern application frameworks for Embedded Linux and RTOS platforms to develop scalable, modular, and high-performance software.• Implement and integrate software for data processing, device control, and networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP).• Debug and resolve complex hardware-software integration issues using tools like logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software interaction and system reliability.• Mentor junior engineers, conduct design reviews, and uphold high software quality standards.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) is a multidisciplinary team developing targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. KGS Device Software focuses on embedded software solutions for custom products supporting U.S. and allied government customers. We collaborate closely with hardware and systems teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions for mission-critical applications.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 8+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 8+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team ...

Project Kuiper is Amazon’s initiative to launch a constellation of 3,236 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities globally. Join our mission to close the digital divide and connect people, businesses, and governments in places where reliable connectivity has been a challenge.We are breaking new ground with every device we design, from custom silicon to secure software, to enable innovative satellite and ground systems. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of satellite communications technology to make global connectivity a reality.As a Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer on the Kuiper Government Solutions (KGS) team, you will design and develop embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground systems. You’ll work on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms, collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and product teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions.This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of space-based communication systems with minimal legacy constraints. Your work will directly support critical government initiatives, enabling secure and high-performance communication systems for U.S. and allied missions.This role is based in Northridge, CA, or Redmond, WA, with U.S. relocation benefits. Onsite work is required 5 days a week.Key job responsibilities• Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for Kuiper’s satellite and ground terminal systems, focusing on fault-tolerant, real-time platforms.• Leverage modern application frameworks for Embedded Linux and RTOS platforms to develop scalable, modular, and high-performance software.• Implement and integrate software for data processing, device control, and networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP).• Develop low-level drivers for peripherals and interfaces, including I2C, SPI, PCIe, UART, and GPIO.• Collaborate with hardware teams to support board bring-up and integration testing.• Drive security initiatives, including bootloaders, cryptography, and secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices.• Debug and resolve complex hardware-software integration issues using tools like logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software interaction and system reliability.• Mentor junior engineers, conduct design reviews, and uphold high software quality standards.Security Clearance : This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.About the teamKuiper Government Solutions (KGS) is a multidisciplinary team developing targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. KGS Device Software focuses on embedded software solutions for custom products supporting U.S. and allied government customers. We collaborate closely with hardware and systems teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions for mission-critical applications.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience- 4+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team- 3+ years of programming experience in C, C++, or Rust for resource-constrained systems- Proficiency in debugging, optimization, and hardware-software system integration- Excellent written and verbal communication skills ...

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 underserved communities around the world. The mission of Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions (KGS) is to leverage Kuiper and provide high speed, low latency, and secure satellite broadband services to United States and allied government customers. This position will be working within the Technical Operations Team within KGS.We have an immediate opening for a Product Management - Technical position to support the KGS team focusing on the development of systems that will enable broadband connectivity and equipment sales to government customers around the world, including defense and national security customers.Do you want to work at a company where you are the owner, where you are encouraged to build, and where you have the autonomy to push boundaries? Do you have a passion for designing scalable, flexible and customer obsessed solutions? Are you ready? Then join Amazon’s Project Kuiper.Do you get excited by aerospace, space exploration, and/or satellites? Do you want to help build solutions at Project Kuiper for government customers that will transform the space industry? If so, then we would love to talk!The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to think strategically about the mission, product, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions and technical product requirements in a written context. The ideal candidate will be familiar with telecommunications services and government acquisition processes, particularly the U.S federal government. You must leverage your knowledge and skills to decide what actions to select stakeholders to determine the right goals and inform decisions. You will design long-term technical solutions to KGS business operations.Key job responsibilitiesThis Sr Product Manager – Technical role will focus on Broadband Systems for business operations with Government customers. This position will drive the design, acquisition, deployment and operation of systems for KGS customer order processing, equipment delivery, network provisioning and broadband services billing. Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.A day in the lifeIn this role, you will design, develop and deliver the system capabilities needed for Kuiper Government Solutions to generate proposals, process customer orders and activate broadband service. You'll lead the systems integrations that will monetize Kuiper's portfolio of mission-specific solutions, broadband service plans, satellite equipment and network connectivity. You will work closely with Business Development, Product Management, Software Engineering and Program Management teams at Kuiper Government Solutions.About the teamYou will be joining a team focused on driving the development and operations of satellite communications customer engagement and business systems for all customer segments served by Kuiper Government Solutions.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree- 8+ years of experience owning/driving roadmap strategy and definition- 8+ years of experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product- 8+ years of experience contributing to engineering discussions around technology decisions and strategy related to a product- 8+ years of experience managing technical products or online services- 8+ years of experience in representing and advocating for a variety of critical customers and stakeholders during executive-level prioritization and planning ...

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 underserved communities around the world.The mission of Project Kuiper’s Government Solutions (KGS) team is to leverage existing Kuiper technology and provide high speed, low latency, and secure satellite broadband services to the United States and our allied government customers.The Sr Signal Integrity Engineer will play a pivotal role in the team delivering innovative and fast-paced analysis and design solutions, focusing on satellite and ground system design and analysis as well as on the design of the various communication and control needs (compute, storage, data transfer, etc.) of the electronics sub-systems. They will be expected to lead a variety of tasks, from schematic design and component selection, circuit analysis and simulation, to layout review and board bring-up and test. They will work across teams and support fellow engineers with design reviews and the preparation of joint reports and proposals. The candidate will have a sharp focus on the specific needs of the customer and be able to conduct trades and analyses to show that proposed solutions will meet the customer’s goals.The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on complex programs with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations (including government agencies). The candidate will exhibit the potential to lead small sub-teams of electrical engineers, and be able to prepare easy-to-read and technically compelling written reports.Key job responsibilities- Responsible for electrical circuit design (including digital and analog power) for hosting sensitive RF and communications payloads including processing, memory, and communication buses. - Strong technical background and work experience designing electronic circuits including Analog Power, Digital Design, Mixed-Signal ADC/DAC, Processors, FPGA, MCU, SoC, Memory, Transceivers, Clock generation and distribution.- Analyze designed circuits using software tools for performance and characterization including Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) on fabricated Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs.- Identify top level customer requirements and ensure high quality and innovative designs are pursued.- Perform electrical design and layout trade studies for electrical and power sub-systems contributing to overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams.- Generate ADS circuit from board and system level to analyze high speed digital, RF, and analog circuits.- Work on the SI/PI model extraction and validation of PCB using 3D/2D EM simulation tools (Cadence PowerSI and Ansys HFSS).- Present SI/PI analysis result to the team and provide layout guidelines for SI/PI. - Execute signal measurement for validation and correlation of simulations.- Work with Electrical HW circuit design team that develops communication systems.- Deliver well-written documentation, reports, and presentations for technical design reviews and as part of proposal efforts.- Design and support test campaigns, both development and qualification/acceptance, for space hardware.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience- 7+ years experience in hardware development across the full product life cycle (concept to production)- 7+ years electrical engineering work experience in Space, Aerospace/Defense, Automotive, and/or Communications fields or combination thereof- 7+ years of experience with schematic and layout ECAD tools and with PCB design and debugging ...

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch thousands of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world, including USA and international governments. This position will lead the deployment and sustainment of gateways in support of government customers using Kuiper.Key job responsibilitiesAs a Sr. Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing the program team, establishing program cost, technical and schedule baselines, and tracking progress towards that baseline. You will identify project critical schedule paths, establish and implement plans to avoid and recover from challenges, and ensure your programs meet customer cost, technical and schedule goals.You will work with KGS product, engineering, contracts, finance, supply chain, and business development employees to support your programs. You will work closely with the Kuiper commercial to organize resources, schedule milestones, and track achievements. You will work in a collaborative, analytical, fast-paced environment and must be comfortable interacting with highly technical cross-functional teams. The candidate must have strong business judgment, dive deep into data, have strong writing skills, and be comfortable leading executive-level reviews. The best candidates will have deep understanding of satellite communications systems and components, systems engineering, and program management. Candidates with experience executing programs to develop, field, maintain, and support SATCOM ground radio frequency antennas and components, and supporting networks will be preferred.Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.A day in the lifeIn this role you will:- Propose and drive adoption of improvements to the Kuiper program for government users- Lead and document trade studies for intra-team review for stakeholder buy-in- Deliver programs that procure satellite antennas, components, and service; lead site preparation and construction activities; obtain site regulatory and local approvals; manage site installation, checkout, and commissioning; sustain sites; support product lines and fielded systems; and collect performance statistics and analyze for contract compliance and product improvements.- Create program schedule, cost and technical baselines, define and track key program metrics, and manage execution of the program to meet those goals. Manage suppliers, subcontractors and support staff on your programs. Proactively manage the programs and devise plans to resolve breakdowns, remove roadblocks, avoid triggering threats, fulfill obligations and exploit opportunities. Organize regular project and team meetings, focusing design teams and support staff to meeting program baselines. Set agenda, communicate meeting notes and actions, follow up with responsible owners. Provide monthly program status updates to management, stakeholders, and customers. Fulfill program hardware, software, firmware, documentation, and service deliverables. - Work with customers and the KGS team to foster strong relationships and high customer satisfaction to promote strong and growing revenue generation.- Communicate clear and effective narratives to executive management on the plans, status, and critical issues. Escalate urgent issues appropriately and drive them to closure in a timely manner.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of technical product or program management experience- 7+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience- 5+ years of technical program management working directly with software engineering teams experience- Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or equivalent ...