Propulsion Lab Engineer, Amazon Leo GNC & Propulsion

Amazon Leo is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and Basic qualifications: - Experience planning and maintaining lab facilities for optimal efficiency and creating new processes when necessary - • Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience in a related STEM field. - • 4+ years of experience in the assembly, integration, calibration, and test of aerospace hardware in a development or production environment. - • Experience executing qualification test campaigns for aerospace or defense hardware. - • Experience in hardware design and validation of components, subsystems, and systems. - • Experience with hardware rework, assembly/disassembly, or precision manufacturing operations. - • Experience with precision torque, measurement, and inspection devices (e.g., automated and manual torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi-meters). - • Experience planning and maintaining lab facilities for optimal efficiency, including managing lab resources, equipment, and supplies. - • Experience tracking and coordinating lab tasks across concurrent activities using ticketing or project management tools. - • Experience contributing to and developing engineering documentation, procedures, and SOPs for complex working processes. - • Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Preferred: - • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent STEM field. - • Experience working with vacuum and/or pressurized gas systems. - • Experience with test execution software such as Test Stand, LabVIEW, and Python. - • Experience with testing of production hardware designed for space environments. - • Experience building, commissioning, and maintaining test racks and testing infrastructure. - • Experience with tube fabrication and orbital tube welding (OTW). - • Experience scheduling and delivering high-impact test and Mfg. infrastructure scope. - • Experience working with FOD, ESD-sensitive hardware, and cleanroom requirements, including contamination control protocols. - • 2+ years of experience contributing to or owning a calibration and equipment tracking system. - • Experience supporting automated test sequences or system characterization routines. - • Background in continuous improvement frameworks (Six Sigma, Lean, 5S). - • Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, macros, SQL, and visualization tools (Tableau, Quick, Grafana). - • Experience running user trials, beta testing, field testing, or collecting customer feedback. - • Experience working with hardware and software teams for setting up, testing, and troubleshooting prototype devices. - • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document technical findings clearly. 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 - 39.47 - 69.08 USD hourly