Antenna & RF Engineer, Amazon Leo
Company: Amazon LEO
Location: Redmond
Posted on: April 4, 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 Antenna Systems
Engineer supporting the development, test, and design of antenna
and RF Front-End, you will design, integrate, and characterize
antennas and arrays across multiple domains (phased arrays,
reflectors, aperture antennas, and other relevant topologies). You
will own “ADC-to-antenna” RF performance, collaborating with RF,
systems, and calibration teams to deliver high-performance RF
systems and links for both space and ground segments. You’ll split
your time between EM design tools, RF system analysis, and lab
validation, working on high volume antenna design from concept to
deployment. Key job responsibilities - Design and optimize antenna
and array architectures (element selection, lattice, feeding
networks, beam-forming strategies) to meet RF system goals. - Own
end-to-end RF performance from ADC/DAC through RF front-end to
antenna radiation, working closely with RFIC, PA/LNA, and system
teams. - Use EM and RF design tools (e.g., HFSS, CST, AWR, or
similar) to simulate element/array performance, mutual coupling,
scan loss, and pattern characteristics. - Collaborate with
calibration, software, DSP, ASIC, and validation teams to define
system strategies (array calibration, beam equalization,
phase/amplitude error mitigation, IFFT gains, and more) and measure
on-bench and in-chamber performance. - Define and maintain antenna
specifications and requirements at the module, aperture, and system
level. - Support prototype builds, bring-up, and test campaigns for
active antennas, including chamber testing and over-the-air
validation. - Provide DFM and DFT feedback for antenna boards,
modules, and test fixtures. - Write design reports, test summaries,
and present results to leadership and cross-functional partners. -
Develop and deploy code to support testing, simulation, and
validation of antenna systems. 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. - BS degree in electrical engineering or
equivalent - 5 years of experience of research and/or development
in antenna design - Fluency in Matlab, Python or C++ - Fluency with
one of the mainstream antenna simulation tools (CST, HFSS,…) -
Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent - Strong
foundations in RF Systems - 1 year of design experience RF building
blocks such as filters, hybrids, combiners - Experience with active
RF circuits and front-end design - Experience in phased array
development 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 - 117,300.00 -
160,000.00 USD annually
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