Lab Engineer, Kuiper - Plexus Lab

Project Kuiper is an ambitious Amazon initiative focused on launching a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Lab Engineer in the Kuiper Plexus Lab team, you'll play a crucial role in managing the software lab infrastructure that enables development and testing on real hardware.

The position combines hands-on technical work with infrastructure management, requiring expertise in both hardware and software domains. You'll be responsible for designing and maintaining test fixtures, troubleshooting complex systems, and ensuring high availability of lab resources. The role demands strong project management skills and the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders including software developers, hardware engineers, and program managers.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about space technology and infrastructure management. You'll be working on cutting-edge satellite communication systems while helping build the foundation for global internet connectivity. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $89,500 to $189,900 based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits.

Key aspects of the role include maintaining critical lab infrastructure, developing standard operating procedures, and ensuring smooth operations of pre-production hardware. You'll need to balance immediate technical support needs with long-term infrastructure planning and scaling. The position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Computer Science or Engineering, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and experience with lab environments. You'll be joining a team that's crucial to Kuiper's mission of delivering high-quality networking software for both ground and space operations.