Project Kuiper 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. Project Kuiper 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.

The OISL Prototyping & Integration team is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer specializing in execution of complex Test, Development, and Data Processing needs to support mechanical, electrical and optical hardware builds. This role requires hands-on expertise in both mechanical and electrical domains, enabling the seamless execution of hardware automation, instrumentation, and post-processing.

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.


Key job responsibilities
As a Senior Hardware Development Engineer, you will be embedded within our design and development teams, working closely with hardware engineers, technicians, and test engineers to accelerate LRU hardware development.

A day in the life
In this role, you will be expected to lead a variety of tasks, for example: developing hardware tests, data processing, and operational support. You will work closely with Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to develop functional prototype hardware of complex electro/mechanical systems. You will drive technical innovation and exhibit consistent high-level of quality and speed.

This position requires strong conceptual development and the proficient use, and implementation, of various testing and automation processes within a prototype dev environment.


About the team
The OISL Prototyping and Integration Team accelerates hardware development via manufacturing and integration of new-to-world products.

We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast paced, start-up like environment. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.