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Principal Optical Quality Engineer, Leo Quality

Bellevue, Washington, United StatesFull-time2026-10-27 → 2026-11-10
Citizens or permanent residents only

Core

Own the quality of optical communication systems between satellites, developing and optimizing quality assurance mechanisms for the supply chain of optical components and assemblies.

Role type

Principal Optical Quality Engineer (IC)

Builds

Optical Inter-satellite Link systems for Amazon Leo

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Communications / Optical Engineering

Required skills

Optical systems development, optical metrology (interferometers, profilometers), optical thin film coating, physical and geometric optics, Gaussian beam propagation, process audits, QMS audits, ISO 10110-7, ISO 9211, MIL-PRF-14830, MIL-C-48497, ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949

Preferred skills

Interdisciplinary team leadership, high volume/precision manufacturing, fiber optics components, MetroPro, Zemax, Code V

Technologies

Interferometers, cameras, imaging systems, Hartmann sensors, MetroPro, Zemax, Code V

Responsibilities

Lead quality elements in design, build, and qualification of optical systems and metrology; Implement optical inspections and tests in the supply chain; Drive resolution of technical problems in optical testing and manufacturing; Champion development of new optical measurement methods; Lead quality elements in measurement processes for volume manufacturing; Collaborate with engineering and supply chain to optimize Design for Excellence; Move quality checks upstream to eliminate inspection needs.

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC