KGS LLC

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- 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 ...

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 Senior Electrical 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 Interact directly with customers to understand technical requirements, and translate them into technically robust solutions backed by data and analysis. 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. Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations for cost/manufacturability vs design uncertainty 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.A day in the lifeBasic qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience 7+ years of experience in hardware development across the full product life cycle (concept to production) 7+ years of 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 debuggingPreferred qualifications Master's or PhD degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline Experience with complex board designs, such as high-speed interconnects, high-reliability designs, avionics, vehicle control systems, and/or motor & actuator control electronics Experience in development and test of satellite bus systems and space/flight hardware Electronics design/qualification experience with radiation environments or radiation tolerant hardware Experience with rapid iteration prototyping and joint hardware/firmware development; partnering with software engineers to bring-up and test new hardware designs Experience with analysis to define the spacecraft electromagnetic environment including radiated and conducted emissions and susceptibility (RE/CE/RS/CS) to inform design and test of spacecraft Working knowledge of at least one programming language such as Python or C/C++ Track record of successfully delivering compelling written reports and complete designs on time, to scope, with high quality High sense of ownership, urgency, and drive; resourceful, and able to deliver results with minimal direction Excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrated experience working with government agencies US Security ClearanceBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures ...

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 Engineering team is a multi-disciplinary technology team involved in developing and delivering targeted and scalable solutions for custom satellite and ground applications. The Government 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 Senior Mechanical Engineer will have a background in space based and ground based mechanical design and analysis including electro-mechanical systems integration. The ideal candidate has experience making major 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 direct 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 exhibit the potential to lead small sub-teams of mechanical engineers, and 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 contributing to overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams - Electrical, RF, Optical, Thermal, Dynamics, Mechanisms, Materials, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test- Conduct or oversee 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 and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- BSME from ABET accredited university- 8+ years experience as a mechanical engineer and designer- 1+ years experience with structural engineering analysis methods and tools- 1+ years 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.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: 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 teamThe Kuiper Government Solutions 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 ...

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- 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 ...