Sr. Wireless Test Architect, LEO Antenna Test Infrastructure
Company: Amazon LEO
Location: Redmond
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Amazon LEO is an initiative to increase global broadband access
through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit
(LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to
unserved and underserved communities around the world. Amazon LEO
will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable
broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers,
businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating
in places without reliable connectivity. As an Wireless Test
Architect you will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary
team to develop new, advanced test systems for our Digital Phased
Array systems, integrating them with our existing test
infrastructure. We have near field spherical scanners, robotic
manipulators and advanced RF optics that account for some of the
fastest antenna characterization systems in the world, but we need
to keep improving test coverage, test accuracy and repeatability,
and test new features. Although Amazon LEO's communication system
typically relied on sat-com concepts and test methods (DVT, ATP and
QTP test campaigns and cycles), we look to the 3GPP industry
standards and testing practices to adopt those learnings and build
upon them. Key job responsibilities * design a DVT and QTP campaign
that is adequately trimmed for the devices, campaign goals and
resources available * Given a campaign goal, design an OTA test
that can be performed with available test infrastructure * drive
strategy of test, custom instrumentation and infrastructure buildup
for new wireless tests for DVT, QTP and ATP for all Payload and CT
products Export Control Requirement Due to applicable export
control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or
national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card
holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted
asylum. - Experience in developing functional specifications,
design verification plans and functional test procedures - Master's
degree in Electrical/Communications Engineering, or 8 years of
analog or RF layout design experience - Knowledge of antenna
fundamental and radiation theory EM simulation experience - Strong
understanding of RF and Microwave Components design, Frontend
design, Radio Architecture - Strong understanding of Mixed Signal
components, Digital Modulations and OFDM, Signal Theory - 4 yr of
industrial experience driving the test strategy for 5G NR FR1 and
FR2, WiFi 6 and 7 products - 5 yr experience in test automation -
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product
design from concept to production - Experience with the project
management of technical projects - Experience with network
troubleshooting tools (telnet, test-netconnection, tracert,
tracetcp, iperf, ntttcp, dig, and packet capture tools), or
experience in Linux and Networking protocols and experience in
Network protocols like DNS/DHCP/TCP - Track record of designing and
implementing automated testing solutions for wireless platforms,
and test frameworks. - Strong hands-on experience with radio
frequency measurement devices, such as VSA, VSG, and wireless
connectivity testing systems. Knowledge of platforms like CMW500 or
similar testing solutions is desirable. Amazon is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected
status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the
best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a
workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and
hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding
process, please visit
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more
information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed,
please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for
this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include
sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final
compensation will be determined based on factors including
experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers
comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental,
vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option
for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical
Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy
Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and
parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at
https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Redmond - 137,300.00 -
185,700.00 USD annually
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