Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Electronics Packaging, Avionics Mechanical

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC•4h ago

United StatesOnsiteFull-timeSenior Level5+ yrs exp

H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs

Amazon Leo is building a next-generation satellite constellation to deliver fast, reliable broadband connectivity around the world. Achieving that mission requires engineers who thrive on solving complex, multidisciplinary problems and delivering hardware that performs flawlessly from manufacturing through launch and years of operation in space. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on the Avionics Mechanical team, you will own the mechanical implementation of spacecraft electrical systems from early architecture through flight hardware. You will work at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, thermal, reliability
manufacturing engineering to develop innovative solutions that protect sensitive electronics while enabling efficient assembly, qualification, production
long-term mission success. This is a highly cross-functional role with significant technical ownership. You will be expected to make sound engineering tradeoffs across multiple disciplines, balancing performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost
schedule while delivering robust flight hardware for one of the world's most advanced satellite systems. Key job responsibilities - Own the mechanical design and development of spacecraft avionics hardware from concept through flight. - Partner with Electrical Engineering to develop robust packaging architectures for circuit boards, connectors, harnesses
electronic assemblies. Perform engineering trade studies balancing performance, reliability, manufacturability, mass, cost
schedule. Develop mechanical solutions that protect electronics from launch loads, vibration, thermal cycling, radiation
the space environment. Design qualification hardware, production fixtures, inspection tooling
test equipment. Collaborate across Mechanical, Electrical, Thermal, Reliability, Manufacturing
Systems Engineering to retire technical risk early through analysis, prototyping
testing. Lead root cause investigations and implement design improvements throughout the product lifecycle. Mentor junior engineers and help raise the technical bar across the organization. A day in the life As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll work across nearly every engineering discipline involved in spacecraft development. One day you may be developing a new avionics packaging architecture alongside electrical and thermal engineers. The next, you could be reviewing vibration or thermal vacuum test results, troubleshooting qualification issues with manufacturing teams
leading a design review for flight hardware entering production. You'll regularly perform engineering trade studies, evaluate failure modes, work directly with suppliers, support qualification testing
develop innovative solutions that improve reliability, manufacturability
system performance. Engineers on this team are trusted to make technically sound decisions, move quickly through ambiguity
deliver hardware that meets the demanding requirements of spaceflight. About the team The Avionics Mechanical team partners closely with Electrical Engineering to ensure every spacecraft electrical subsystem is mechanically robust throughout manufacturing, launch
mission life. The team is responsible for the structural implementation of avionics hardware, including enclosure design, packaging architecture, mounting strategies
environmental protection. Working alongside Electrical Engineering, Structures, Thermal Engineering, Reliability Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering, the team develops solutions that protect sensitive electronics from launch loads, vibration, thermal cycling, radiation
the space environment. Engineers solve challenging problems involving PCB support, connector retention, thermal interfaces, fastener design, electronics packaging
long-term material durability while balancing system performance with manufacturability. Beyond flight hardware, the team also develops the specialized qualification hardware, manufacturing fixtures, inspection tooling
test equipment that enable efficient verification throughout the product lifecycle. We are a highly collaborative organization that values first-principles engineering, technical curiosity
a bias toward delivering practical solutions that enable reliable spacecraft at scale.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent - 5+ years of hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems experience - Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development
into deployment or mass production - Experience working in cross-functional teams with Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing
Systems Engineering. - Experience using CAD tools to develop detailed mechanical designs and engineering documentation. - Experience conducting engineering trade studies and making data-driven technical decisions. - Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA)
engineering best practices.
Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent - Experience developing aerospace, satellite, defense, medical device, automotive, semiconductor
consumer electronics products. - Experience designing electronics packaging, structural enclosures
electromechanical assemblies. - Experience with environmental qualification testing, including vibration, shock, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum
accelerated life testing. - Experience with engineering tools and methodologies such as FMEA, tolerance analysis, root cause analysis
Design Verification & Validation (V&V). - Familiarity with thermal interface materials, adhesives, conformal coatings, EMI mitigation
other materials used in high-reliability electronic systems. - Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts across multiple engineering disciplines and mentor junior engineers. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across cross-functional teams. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
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
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
parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Redmond - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually

Required skills

Mechanical EngineeringCADDesign for ManufacturingDesign for AssemblyElectronics PackagingThermal EngineeringReliability EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringFMEATolerance AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisDesign VerificationValidation