Application deadline: Aug 1, 2026

Do you want to be part of the next generation of satellite ground stations? At AWS Ground Station we are changing the way the industry thinks about space to ground communication. Our service enables customers to connect to their on-orbit spacecraft in an on demand model that leverages all the benefits of the AWS network and infrastructure.

We are growing our footprint and capabilities of satellite ground stations and are looking for an engineer to deeply own the technical challenges of delivering highly reliable space data from customers’ vehicles into the AWS cloud.

Amazon’s vision is to be the world’s most customer-centric company, and this role is key to that vision as we redefine what it means to operate in space. As an ideal candidate, you:

• Embrace continuous learning and are always working to eliminate knowledge gaps in relevant areas.
• Are experienced working in hardware-centric production environments.
• Are comfortable handling ambiguity and creating solutions that resolve it.
• Recognize and appreciate diversity of thought and perspectives.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen.

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A day in the life
On our team you will:

• Work with vendors and AWS engineering teams to discover and implement the latest technologies.

- Deeply own the deployment, operation, and maintenance of antenna systems around the world (- Identify gaps in functionality or capabilities and create solutions to solve them.
- Participate in on-call rotation - ensuring our customers' needs are being met.

• Educate your peers through mentorship and coaching to create lasting positive impact.

About the team
About AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Why AWS?

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge-sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and thorough, but kind, code reviews. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects that help our team members develop your engineering expertise so you feel empowered to take on more complex tasks in the future.

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.