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PCBA Manufacturing Test Engineer, Kuiper

Amazon, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Overview

Have you ever wanted to be part of a team building industry-changing technology? Amazon’s Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband network connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. As a PCBA Manufacturing Test Engineer, you will be responsible for deployment, qualification, and continuous improvement of test systems, processes, and procedures at Contract Manufacturing (CM) sites for Satellite PCBs. You will be a key member of the PCBA Manufacturing team and the main interface between Kuiper’s internal test development teams and our manufacturing partners. You will ensure successful test deployment by documenting procedures, training CM personnel, and providing ongoing onsite support. You will have excellent debugging skills with the ability to dive deep and determine root causes of test failures. Responsibilities

Develop test strategies, implement and optimize test setup/processes at Contract Manufacturing sites, including identification, specification, design and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and maintenance programs. Perform PCBA debug and root-cause failure analysis at CM sites. Create runbooks and provide training for technicians to perform PCBA debug. Collaborate with R&D and Test Development teams to continuously improve test systems, software, fixtures, and procedures to improve test effectiveness and throughput. Analyze data to identify failure trends and provide recommendations for PCBA, process, and test system improvement. Develop procedures and documentation for use by test operators. Train operators on test processes and support recurring certification programs. Provide feedback to the Test Development team on test coverage, fault isolation capability, PCBA failure trends, and DFT (Design for Test) recommendations. Lead small teams to accomplish short-term objectives and implement strategic initiatives. Qualifications

Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field 5+ years of experience deploying, using, and training others on complex test systems including RF functional tests, high power electrical tests, ICT/bed-of-nails fixtures, and Flying Probe test. 5+ years of experience integrating software and hardware systems. 5+ years’ experience using standard electronic lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.) to debug complex PCBs. Ability to write detailed test station operating procedures Ability to create deployment/capacity plans for multiple testers at multiple CMs Experience with Linux/scripting Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience deploying, using, and training others on complex test systems including RF functional tests, high power electrical tests, ICT/bed-of-nails fixtures, and Flying Probe test. Experience with test plans and protocols related to established Space Hardware test processes (GEVS / SMC-S-016). Knowledge of software tools for test automation (e.g. NI LabVIEW and TestStand, Python, etc.). Experience with electrical design including power supplies, FPGAs, sensors, RF, and high-speed digital interfaces. Proven ability to run small teams to achieve objectives. About The Team

The PCBA Manufacturing Test Engineering team delivers and deploys test systems for all Kuiper satellite PCBs. This is an inclusive, inter-disciplinary team committed to performance, quality, and reliability. You will collaborate with other core groups to guide test systems from design to production and operation. Additional Information

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you require a workplace accommodation during the application and hiring process, please visit the Amazon accommodations page for more information. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year to $185,000/year, depending on location and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position, equity, sign-on payments, and other benefits may be provided as part of a total compensation package. For more information, visit the Amazon benefits page. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Company

- Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC Job ID : A3034841

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