Hardware Test Engineer

Job#: 3016557

Job Description:

Job Title: Hardware Test Engineer

Location: Redmond, WA

Company: Amazon LEO/Kuiper

Benefits: Holiday Pay, Sick Leave, PTO, Medical Insurance and 401K

Type: Contract with conversion or extension possible

Position Overview

Amazon Leo is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to support the development and validation of advanced hardware systems, specifically FPGA's.. This role involves maintaining and calibrating test equipment, executing environmental and reliability test campaigns, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality results.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FPGA or RF/Microwave hardware based systems (MUST HAVE ONE), and automated test environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, and deploy hardware testers to ensure readiness for test campaigns.
• Manage and maintain test racks, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
• Coordinate with the Test Execution Lead to schedule and conduct all test campaigns.
• Provide regular status updates and report blocking issues with mitigation plans.
• Support commissioning of racks and assist in debugging hardware failures with engineering teams.
• Handle FPGA and RF/Microwave hardware and perform accurate RF measurements using equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power sensors, and VNAs.
• Ensure proper handling of space-grade hardware and adherence to quality standards.
• Generate detailed test reports and share results with internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with FPGA-based systems (design, validation, or testing) or RF systems
• Proficiency in Python for test automation and scripting.
• Experience with Windows and Linux environments.
• Knowledge of version control tools (Git, SVN).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Python scripting experience.

Preferred Qualifications (NOT REQUIRED)

• Experience with NI TestStand or Keysight OpenTAP for automated test systems.
• Strong understanding of RF principles and experience with RF test equipment (Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, VNA, etc.).
• Familiarity with environmental testing standards and procedures (HALT, HASS, TVAC).
• Background in space-grade hardware testing and commissioning.
• Familiarity with design for FPGA or ASIC circuitry preferred
• Familiarity with board bring up and validation of complex designs.
• Troubleshooting expedience for PCBA with Analog, Digital, and Mixed signal circuitry.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for hardware failures.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.