Aerospace Engineer Jobs in Washington
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Washington represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in defense systems, commercial aviation, and space launch across the Puget Sound region and the Tri-Cities area. The bulk of hiring is in and around Seattle, Everett, and Renton, where Boeing, Blue Origin, and Lockheed Martin maintain large engineering operations. Structural analysis, propulsion systems, and systems engineering are the most consistently sought specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
Our goal is to be Earth's most customer centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design.
We are looking for the next member of our team who are building critical components for Amazon Leo satellites. We are looking for an exceptional engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to deliver hardware.
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
- Own end-to-end delivery of satellite avionics subsystems, from architecture and requirements through production ramp, in partnership with peer engineers.
- Lead system and subsystem architecture, translating mission requirements into manufacturable hardware designs.
- Drive circuit design, analysis, and ECAD schematic capture to meet performance and reliability targets.
- Lead hardware design reviews (architecture, schematic, PCB layout) and set the technical bar for design quality.
- Develop and execute bring-up, verification, and qualification test strategies.
- Lead debugging and root cause resolution across development, qualification, and production, working closely with design and test engineers.
- Establish requirements, traceability, and verification frameworks for hardware subsystems.
- Lead production readiness and ramp, including test strategy, yield improvement, and issue resolution.
- Influence cross-functional teams (systems, firmware, manufacturing, test, suppliers) to deliver program milestones.
- Act as a technical leader, raising engineering standards and developing other engineers.
A day in the life
As a Senior Aerospace Hardware Engineer, you will be part of the avionics hardware development team, designing and testing systems supporting satellite sensing and control (power delivery, propulsion, attitude control, and more). You will lead work across the full lifecycle, from component selection and schematic design through layout review, bring-up, validation, and system integration.
You will help define requirements, drive high-quality hardware designs, and ensure robust execution from development into production. Working closely with peer engineers, you will lead critical technical efforts while partnering across systems, firmware, manufacturing, and integration teams to solve complex problems.
You’ll operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, tackling challenges that have not been solved at scale and contributing to the development of engineering standards across the organization. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot, have fun, and make a positive impact on tens of millions of people!
About the team
Our team is responsible for delivering production hardware subsystems for attitude control, power delivery, and propulsion control subsystems on the satellite bus. We take ownership and work hard to deliver the highest quality solutions to support the long-term success of Amazon Leo. This team consists of a broad set of technical backgrounds, and we look forward to welcoming people that are excited to help us deliver broadband internet to underserved communities!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- 5+ years of experience developing hardware across the full product lifecycle (concept through production at scale)
- Experience with PCB design and debug, including processors, FPGAs, power supplies, and sensors
- Experience with complex board designs (e.g., high-speed interfaces, power electronics, or high-reliability systems)
- Experience using ECAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout
- Experience driving hardware through bring-up, validation, and integration
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- 7+ years of experience developing hardware across the full product lifecycle in aerospace, automotive, or similar high-reliability environments
- Experience with satellite, avionics, or vehicle control systems
- Experience with system integration into complex electromechanical assemblies or enclosures
- Experience with radiation-tolerant design or qualification for harsh environments
- Experience developing test systems or automation (e.g., Python, C/C++)
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or similar system-level test methodologies
- Experience with low-level firmware development and hardware/software integration
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Redmond - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Our goal is to be Earth's most customer centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design.
We are looking for the next member of our team who are building critical components for Amazon Leo satellites. We are looking for an exceptional engineer who combines superb technical and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to deliver hardware.
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
- Own end-to-end delivery of satellite avionics subsystems, from architecture and requirements through production ramp, in partnership with peer engineers.
- Lead system and subsystem architecture, translating mission requirements into manufacturable hardware designs.
- Drive circuit design, analysis, and ECAD schematic capture to meet performance and reliability targets.
- Lead hardware design reviews (architecture, schematic, PCB layout) and set the technical bar for design quality.
- Develop and execute bring-up, verification, and qualification test strategies.
- Lead debugging and root cause resolution across development, qualification, and production, working closely with design and test engineers.
- Establish requirements, traceability, and verification frameworks for hardware subsystems.
- Lead production readiness and ramp, including test strategy, yield improvement, and issue resolution.
- Influence cross-functional teams (systems, firmware, manufacturing, test, suppliers) to deliver program milestones.
- Act as a technical leader, raising engineering standards and developing other engineers.
A day in the life
As a Senior Aerospace Hardware Engineer, you will be part of the avionics hardware development team, designing and testing systems supporting satellite sensing and control (power delivery, propulsion, attitude control, and more). You will lead work across the full lifecycle, from component selection and schematic design through layout review, bring-up, validation, and system integration.
You will help define requirements, drive high-quality hardware designs, and ensure robust execution from development into production. Working closely with peer engineers, you will lead critical technical efforts while partnering across systems, firmware, manufacturing, and integration teams to solve complex problems.
You’ll operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, tackling challenges that have not been solved at scale and contributing to the development of engineering standards across the organization. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot, have fun, and make a positive impact on tens of millions of people!
About the team
Our team is responsible for delivering production hardware subsystems for attitude control, power delivery, and propulsion control subsystems on the satellite bus. We take ownership and work hard to deliver the highest quality solutions to support the long-term success of Amazon Leo. This team consists of a broad set of technical backgrounds, and we look forward to welcoming people that are excited to help us deliver broadband internet to underserved communities!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
- 5+ years of experience developing hardware across the full product lifecycle (concept through production at scale)
- Experience with PCB design and debug, including processors, FPGAs, power supplies, and sensors
- Experience with complex board designs (e.g., high-speed interfaces, power electronics, or high-reliability systems)
- Experience using ECAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout
- Experience driving hardware through bring-up, validation, and integration
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- 7+ years of experience developing hardware across the full product lifecycle in aerospace, automotive, or similar high-reliability environments
- Experience with satellite, avionics, or vehicle control systems
- Experience with system integration into complex electromechanical assemblies or enclosures
- Experience with radiation-tolerant design or qualification for harsh environments
- Experience developing test systems or automation (e.g., Python, C/C++)
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or similar system-level test methodologies
- Experience with low-level firmware development and hardware/software integration
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Redmond - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in aerospace engineer jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in aerospace engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Active Secret or higher security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one
- Proficiency in CATIA, ANSYS, or equivalent CAD and simulation software tools
- Experience with FAA or DoD regulatory standards and airworthiness documentation
- Strong background in structural analysis, propulsion, or avionics systems integration
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in cross-functional engineering teams on complex programs
Aerospace Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an aerospace engineer in Washington?
Washington does not require a state-issued license to work as an aerospace engineer in private industry, which covers most roles at Boeing, Blue Origin, and defense contractors in the state. A bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program is the standard entry point. Engineers pursuing public-sector or consulting roles where they stamp drawings may pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Washington State Department of Licensing.
Which companies hire aerospace engineers in Washington?
Companies currently hiring aerospace engineers in Washington include Blue Origin, Amazon, and AeroTEC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's concentration of commercial aviation, defense programs, and commercial space launch makes it one of the deepest aerospace hiring markets in the country.
Which Washington cities have the most aerospace engineer jobs?
Seattle, Redmond, and Renton have the most aerospace engineer openings in Washington. Seattle and Everett are anchored by Boeing's commercial airplane production and its supply chain, Renton hosts Boeing's 737 assembly line, and the Tri-Cities area around Richland supports defense and government-contracted programs tied to Pacific Northwest laboratories and military installations.
Are there remote aerospace engineer jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. About 100% of aerospace engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves physical hardware, manufacturing floors, and secured facilities. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are in systems engineering, technical writing, and program management rather than hands-on design or testing.
How can I get hired as an aerospace engineer in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate rotational or early-career programs at Washington's major employers. Boeing runs structured intern-to-hire and early experience programs at its Everett and Renton facilities, and Blue Origin regularly recruits new graduates for its Kent-based launch vehicle teams. Candidates from mechanical or electrical engineering backgrounds can also move in through adjacent roles in manufacturing engineering or quality assurance. A strong capstone project, an AIAA student chapter record, or any hands-on propulsion or structures lab work gives candidates a measurable edge in Washington applications.
Where can I find and apply to aerospace engineer jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to aerospace engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across defense, commercial aviation, and space sectors. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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