Propulsion Systems Engineer, Amazon Leo

Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to Basic qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent field - 3+ years of technical engineering experience - Experience developing, analyzing, or testing spacecraft or aerospace propulsion hardware - Experience developing functional specifications, requirements, and interface definitions, along with the design verification plans and test procedures that verify them - Experience with physics-based modeling and analysis of propulsion or spacecraft systems - Proficiency with scripting (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent) for analysis and data visualization Preferred: - Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in aerospace engineering, plasma physics, or related discipline - Experience with electric propulsion systems such as Hall effect thrusters or ion engines, including power processing units and propellant feed systems - Experience building and maintaining system budgets (total impulse, propellant, power, mass) and assessing design changes against them - Experience with requirements management tools and traceability from requirements to verification - Experience with electric propulsion test facilities (vacuum chambers, thrust stands, plasma diagnostics) or environmental qualification testing - Familiarity with spacecraft subsystem interfaces (power, thermal, structures, avionics, flight software) - Experience with propulsion control unit hardware and software integration, including command and telemetry definition - Experience with FMECA, fault management, or risk management on flight programs - Background spanning development, high-rate production, and on-orbit operations 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