Propulsion Mechanical Engineer Kuiper Guidance Navigation and Control Propulsion
Propulsion Mechanical Engineer Kuiper Guidance Navigation and Control Propulsion
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Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3236 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.
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.
Were looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a background in mechanical design of spacecraft components precision testing equipment tooling and fixtures. The role is within the propulsion team and the ideal candidate has experience in mechanical spacecraft hardware from conception through flight qualification with understanding of materials and processes GD&T and design to dynamic and thermal requirements. Favorable consideration given for experience developing components assemblies and mechanisms for operation in highvacuum environments. Propulsion background is desired but not required and the position offers opportunity for a strong candidate to join an exciting project in the field of spacecraft electric propulsion. This is a handson role for a highly collaborative individual that combines superb technical and analytical capabilities to transition theoretical guidance and requirements into performant hardware optimized to be lightweight cost effective and manufacturability.
Key job responsibilities
* Mechanical design of propulsion subsystem subsystems and testfixtures.
* Collaborating with the propulsion team to deliver lowmass and lowcost designs optimized for manufacturability in volume.
* Generate detailed designs and conduct/enable thermal modelling along with static dynamic and modal structural analysis as needed.
* Support integration of designs into propulsion performance models.
* Tolerance analyses and verification of critical clearances for subsystem components.
* Preparation and documentation of materials for design review gates.
* Support and/or lead root cause and corrective action plans in result of manufacturing nonconformances.
* Contribute to the propulsion system development and maturation to high volume manufacturing by generating and maintaining procedures including: part/ component acceptance tests assembly procedures and qualification test plans.
4 years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
Experience with prototyping and implementation
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
3 years experience CAD software expertise (Siemens NX SolidWorks etc.
1 year experience with GD&T per ANSI Y14.5M
Tooling design
Flight hardware experience
Stress analysis
High volume manufacturing
Knowledge of machining processes design for manufacturing
Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in structural or mechanical engineering or related discipline
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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.
Were looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a background in mechanical design of spacecraft components precision testing equipment tooling and fixtures. The role is within the propulsion team and the ideal candidate has experience in mechanical spacecraft hardware from conception through flight qualification with understanding of materials and processes GD&T and design to dynamic and thermal requirements. Favorable consideration given for experience developing components assemblies and mechanisms for operation in highvacuum environments. Propulsion background is desired but not required and the position offers opportunity for a strong candidate to join an exciting project in the field of spacecraft electric propulsion. This is a handson role for a highly collaborative individual that combines superb technical and analytical capabilities to transition theoretical guidance and requirements into performant hardware optimized to be lightweight cost effective and manufacturability.
Key job responsibilities
* Mechanical design of propulsion subsystem subsystems and testfixtures.
* Collaborating with the propulsion team to deliver lowmass and lowcost designs optimized for manufacturability in volume.
* Generate detailed designs and conduct/enable thermal modelling along with static dynamic and modal structural analysis as needed.
* Support integration of designs into propulsion performance models.
* Tolerance analyses and verification of critical clearances for subsystem components.
* Preparation and documentation of materials for design review gates.
* Support and/or lead root cause and corrective action plans in result of manufacturing nonconformances.
* Contribute to the propulsion system development and maturation to high volume manufacturing by generating and maintaining procedures including: part/ component acceptance tests assembly procedures and qualification test plans.
4 years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
Experience with prototyping and implementation
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
3 years experience CAD software expertise (Siemens NX SolidWorks etc.
1 year experience with GD&T per ANSI Y14.5M
Tooling design
Flight hardware experience
Stress analysis
High volume manufacturing
Knowledge of machining processes design for manufacturing
Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in structural or mechanical engineering or related discipline
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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