Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.

We are looking for an engineer that epitomize technical and operational excellence – that can drive innovation and apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real-world challenges. Full cycle product development experience from inception through maturity is essential. Working simultaneously on projects in different phases is common; you can demonstrate robust design and validation skills in addition to the understanding of mechanics of ongoing operational excellence and product support. You are responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open, collaborative peer environment.

Export Control Requirements
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.

Key job responsibilities
We are looking for Electrical Test Engineer(s) capable of operating in a fast-paced, ever-changing, multi-platform international manufacturing and production environment. Our Electrical Test Engineers manage and develop test plans and lead strategies across numerous platforms and architectures. They establish and automate tests for hardware using scripting while ensuring the required specifications are met, including analyzing and recording data. They are expected to handle personal project management, execution, and ongoing hardware test support of all products in production as well as new product introductions. We are looking for leaders in hardware design, test, and process development.
As an Electrical Test Engineer on our team, you will be responsible for owning end to end factory PCBA and system-level test strategy for new hardware devices. You will be a key member of the development team and will be the main interface with the internal Operations team as well as our Contract Manufacturers (CM). In this role, you will:

* Define test strategy, implement and optimize test setup/processes at the CM including design and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and test software
* Investigate and introduce new manufacturing test technology and methodology to enhance production efficiency
* Review datasheets, schematics, block diagrams and provide feedback on best design practices
* Drive test requirements, specifications, and limits with the hardware development team
* Work concurrently with the design engineers to provide design for testability (DFT) feedback throughout the design process
* Investigate and troubleshoot yield issues during prototype and production builds
* Review hardware designs to define test coverage to ensure products are built free of manufacturing defects
* Deploy and provide training
* Develop test station procedures, preventative maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides to support production

About the team