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HW Engineering Manager, Leo Hardware Development

Posted Aug 7, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$175.1K – $236.9K/yr
Location
Redmond, Washington, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Education
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
Visa support
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum

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Role Summary

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The Hardware Engineering Manager will lead the design, implementation, and validation of space-grade hardware electronics for payload antenna systems within Amazon LEO’s broadband satellite constellation. The role manages and develops an engineering team while coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced antenna hardware for space applications.

What You'll Do

  • Lead career development, team reviews, and team growth
  • Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, timelines, and resources
  • Develop processes and mechanisms for efficient execution on priorities
  • Execute a hardware development process for complex antenna systems
  • Lead and coordinate technical trades across PCB development, digital electronics, high-speed serial interfaces, reliability, and design...
  • Lead the team developing hardware for advanced antenna systems in space applications

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Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 7+ years of industrial experience especially in board level analog/digital design with large ASIC’s
  • 3+ years of experience in a technical leading role and a management position
  • 5+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity
  • 5+ years of experience using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters
  • Experience with advanced CAD tools

Preferred

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience with developing hardware for space applications
  • Experience with the entire NPI process
  • Familiarity with analog electronic fundamentals (transistor circuits, op-amps, filters, etc)
  • Experience in design, implementation, bring up and debugging of HW from prototypes to manufacturing
  • Familiarity with power supply design

Original job description

Content provided by the employer

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.

We are seeking a hardware engineering manager to join our team at Amazon Leo. The successful candidate will be responsible to lead the design, implementation and validation of complex space grade hardware electronics targeted to payload antenna systems. As a leader, you will manage, develop and grow your team to deliver results and collaborate with cross functional teams in the organization. You have a good mix of interpersonal skills expected from a manager and technical acumen expected from an engineer. Your ownership and contributions will include:
1. Career development, team review and growth
2. Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, timelines and resources
3. Develop processes, mechanisms for efficient execution on priorities
4. Execute on a HW development process for complex antenna systems
5. Innovate with your team on challenges unique to Leo
6. Collaborate with cross-functional team for complete system integrity and performance
7. Lead and coordinate technical trades in various areas such PCB development, digital electronics, high speed serial interfaces, reliability and “design for X”
8. Lead the team developing the hardware for advanced antenna systems in space application

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.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- 7+ years of industrial experience especially in board level analog/digital design with large ASIC’s
- 3+ years of experience in a technical leading role and a management position
- 5+ years of experience in high-speed digital design, multi-gigabit SERDES, signal and power integrity
- 5+ years of experience using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters
- Experience with advanced CAD tools

Preferred Qualifications

- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience with developing hardware for space applications
- Experience with the entire NPI process
- Familiarity with analog electronic fundamentals (transistor circuits, op-amps, filters, etc)
- Experience in design, implementation, bring up and debugging of HW from prototypes to manufacturing
- Familiarity with power supply design

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 - 175,100.00 - 236,900.00 USD annually
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Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce and cloud computing, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos. Initially starting as an online bookstore, it has since expanded its offerings to include a vast range of products and services, including electronics, fashion, and digital content. With Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company also provides powerful cloud solutions to businesses around the world. Known for its innovation, customer-centric approach, and commitment to operational efficiency, Amazon continues to shape the future of retail and technology, consistently seeking new ways to enhance customer experiences.