Project Engineer - Ground Support Equipment, Project Kuiper
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Job Location:
Merritt Island, FL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 105600 - 185000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Project Kuiper is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individual households to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations 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.
The Project Engineer - Ground Support Equipment is the technical expert in design and operation of launch site ground support equipment (GSE). This role interfaces directly with launch site engineers and management to understand GSE needs for new and existing processing facilities. Additionally the Project Engineer - Ground Support Equipment will develop cost estimations lead procurement manage vendors run design reviews and establish acceptance criteria for maintaining and commission hardware. This position is responsible for designs and managing all phases for new and existing ground support equipment in support of Kuiper launch operations.
The ideal candidate is comfortable in a highly technical setting and leads collaboration with other departments to reach the best solution to any problem. The candidate will have extensive experience with mechanical pneumatic and electrical system development for GSE with particular focus on satellite processing.
Key job responsibilities
Design and manage GSE through development and build cycles to support launch operations.
Coordinate with launch operations personnel to understand operational requirements and develop GSE to meet those requirements.
Develop and approve specifications for performance fabrication acceptance test and maintenance.
Manage external partners to ensure GSE meets specifications and timelines.
Establish technical documentation for maintenance and proofload requirements.
Perform analysis (hand calculations and finite element analysis) to support design.
Design and analysis of concept CAD models using Siemens NX and Femap.
Maintain and report on equipment schedule budget and technical status.
Implement and continuously improve GSE operations.
Assembly integration and test takt time and cost optimization planning.
Shift schedule will vary depending on production/launch schedules
Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually either domestically or internationally as business needs demand.
A day in the life
The GSE Engineer will spend significant amounts of time collaborating with engineering quality and manufacturing teams to determine GSE needs. They will be responsible for maintaining hardware to support operations. They will lead GSE efforts at the launch sites and address root cause of failures and issues implement corrective actions and hardware modifications.
We are a fast-paced data-driven team and work with leaders in multiple technology areas to deliver the best product for our customers. We hold each other to relentlessly high standards and constantly look for ways to improve the products performance quality and cost. We are excited about the technical challenges which motivates us rather than discourages us. We dive deep to find root cause and implement solutions to ensure long term reliability.
We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazons culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives learn and be curious and earn trust.
At Amazon our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. Were dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
- 5 years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
- Experience with prototyping and implementation
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Experience with working hands-on in mechanical engineering troubleshooting and improvement of mechanical equipment
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 job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.
The Project Engineer - Ground Support Equipment is the technical expert in design and operation of launch site ground support equipment (GSE). This role interfaces directly with launch site engineers and management to understand GSE needs for new and existing processing facilities. Additionally the Project Engineer - Ground Support Equipment will develop cost estimations lead procurement manage vendors run design reviews and establish acceptance criteria for maintaining and commission hardware. This position is responsible for designs and managing all phases for new and existing ground support equipment in support of Kuiper launch operations.
The ideal candidate is comfortable in a highly technical setting and leads collaboration with other departments to reach the best solution to any problem. The candidate will have extensive experience with mechanical pneumatic and electrical system development for GSE with particular focus on satellite processing.
Key job responsibilities
Design and manage GSE through development and build cycles to support launch operations.
Coordinate with launch operations personnel to understand operational requirements and develop GSE to meet those requirements.
Develop and approve specifications for performance fabrication acceptance test and maintenance.
Manage external partners to ensure GSE meets specifications and timelines.
Establish technical documentation for maintenance and proofload requirements.
Perform analysis (hand calculations and finite element analysis) to support design.
Design and analysis of concept CAD models using Siemens NX and Femap.
Maintain and report on equipment schedule budget and technical status.
Implement and continuously improve GSE operations.
Assembly integration and test takt time and cost optimization planning.
Shift schedule will vary depending on production/launch schedules
Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually either domestically or internationally as business needs demand.
A day in the life
The GSE Engineer will spend significant amounts of time collaborating with engineering quality and manufacturing teams to determine GSE needs. They will be responsible for maintaining hardware to support operations. They will lead GSE efforts at the launch sites and address root cause of failures and issues implement corrective actions and hardware modifications.
We are a fast-paced data-driven team and work with leaders in multiple technology areas to deliver the best product for our customers. We hold each other to relentlessly high standards and constantly look for ways to improve the products performance quality and cost. We are excited about the technical challenges which motivates us rather than discourages us. We dive deep to find root cause and implement solutions to ensure long term reliability.
We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazons culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives learn and be curious and earn trust.
At Amazon our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. Were dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
- 5 years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
- Experience with prototyping and implementation
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Experience with working hands-on in mechanical engineering troubleshooting and improvement of mechanical equipment
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 job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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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