Amazon
Sr. 5G NTN D2D Phased Array Antenna Architect, Payload Architecture Team
$159K–$215K
San Diego, CA · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 14, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years designing 3GPP-based wireless communication systems for terrestrial or satellite networks; preferred: 5+ years of space vehicle/satellite operations, space communications, or related industry experience.
- Education
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent; PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics preferred.
- Visa sponsorship
- Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
About the job
Architects Amazon Leo’s Direct-to-Device phased-array satellite payload, translating service requirements into system architecture and validating performance through testing and on-orbit support.
What you'll do
- Define and own the phased-array architecture and requirements across the antenna, RF front end, digital beamforming backend, and modem interface.
- Coordinate with engineering and verification teams on implementation, test plans, link performance, and signal-integrity requirements.
- Support architecture trade studies, emerging-technology roadmaps, production, and on-orbit debugging.
What they ask for
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
- Experience in wireless system design and architecture, system integration, and RF system analysis.
- Experience developing link and system-level simulators using MATLAB, Python, or C++; and experience with RF measurement equipment.
- 7+ years of experience designing 3GPP-based wireless communication systems for terrestrial or satellite networks; experience in phased-array design principles, including beamforming, beam steering, and antenna system integration.
Nice to have
- 5+ years of Space Vehicle/Satellite Operations, Space Communications or related industry experience; or a PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics.
- Experience with 5G NR or NTN standards, DPD or CFR, phased-array calibration, synchronization, or over-the-air test methodology.
Pay
159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually (base salary)
Tools
MATLAB, Python, C++, 3GPP, 5G NR, NTN, DPD, CFR
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