Mechanical Engineer, Optical Inter-Satellite Link, Amazon LEO

Amazon LEO is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.We're Basic qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent - 5+ years of experience with CAD. - 5+ years of experience with design and development of hardware at scale (High End Precision Mechanisms desired) - 5+ years of experience with development, test, deployment of aerospace systems. - Experience with specifying/justifying margins and test sequences, and qualifying space systems. - Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis. - Experience in DFM and manufacturing process development. Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators. Preferred: - Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume - Knowledge of SolidWorks simulation or Ansys Finite Element analysis tools - 6+ years of experience with design and development of hardware at scale (High End Precision Mechanisms desired) - Experience with NX, TeamCenter - Ability to lead interdisciplinary discussions between Hardware, Reliability, and Firmware teams to define and drive scope and clarity of work, and reach optimum system level trade-offs - Experienced with Issue tracking applications (JIRA, TRAC) - Strong time and task management skills with consistent attention to detail - Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements. 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 - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually