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Software I&T Engineer , Kuiper Government Solutions

Amazon, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Software I&T Engineer, Kuiper Government Solutions

Project Kuiper is an 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 Software 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 Software 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 Software 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 Software 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 software, test scripts, APIs and automation to enable test and verification at various products levels. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the test architecture supports all aspects of the integration, test, verification, and validation of integrated hardware and software systems. This includes testing, analyzing, and optimizing the test support equipment to the particular satellite or ground element being developed. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working on complex Hardware/Software systems with a diverse set of talented individuals, as well as with partner organizations. 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. Code-10037 Key job responsibilities

Provide Software Integration and Test leadership to one or more of the following: the satellite bus software, RF payload software, optical payloads software, custom ground terminals software, or custom user terminals software. Create test algorithms, test scripts, automation, data visualizations and calibration routines for test systems Analyze software 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 test software for 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 environment About The Team

Kuiper 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

1+ years of test automation frameworks and tools building experience 3+ years of software development, software test, or related industry experience to architect and build software to automate hardware test systems 3+ years of experience developing test requirements, plans, and procedures for software product design verification and validation 3+ years of experience developing code in C, C++, Python, Docker, and Rust on Linux platform and experience with industry standard coding practices 3+ years of experience in software infrastructure design and development to support test case execution and automation for CI/CD systems 3+ years of experience in embedded software or FPGA verification (Xilinx tools) for aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics products; OR 3+ years of experience building complex test systems including integrating test software Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of overall system architecture, scalability, reliability, and performance in a database environment 3+ years of experience testing fault-tolerant, real-time systems Hands-on experience with Xilinx platforms, custom silicon development, cryptography, and secure SDLC practices Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP) and low-level hardware interfaces such as I2C, SPI, PCIe Familiarity developing test software in an Aerospace or Satellite environments Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: job duties include safe work practices, effective communication, and complying with laws and policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse impact on duties. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation, 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. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. Base pay for this position ranges from $129,300/year to $223,600/year, with additional compensation possible. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Company - KGS LLC | Job ID: A3100425

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