senior software engineering Hardware Engineer ic Bachelor's · Posted Feb 18, 2026
$137,300 – $185,700
USD per year

About this role

Amazon is hiring a senior-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Kirkland, WA. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $137,300–$185,700 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Kirkland, WA
Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
Not sponsored
Department
Hardware Development
Posted
Feb 18, 2026
AI Summary
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer designing custom tooling and fixtures for satellite assembly and testing. Develops solutions spanning mechanical design, FEA analysis, 3D CAD modeling, and project management. Requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to export control regulations.

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Job description

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Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Amazon Leo Tooling, you will support the program on the transition from development into stable production. You will develop, design, analyze, and implement custom tooling and equipment required for assembling and testing the satellite. You will need to convert the requests from various teams into systems that are easy to use, cost effective, and accurate. In addition, you will be responsible for project management, cost estimate and scheduling. This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position, and you’ll work with leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost. We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today. Everyone on the team needs to be entrepreneurial, wear many hats and work in a…

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