Drone Propulsion Mechanical Engineer – Electric Subsystem

Amazon.com; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in Seattle, WA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support Prime Air drone propulsion hardware and test systems. This role focuses on maturing designs, adding engineering rigor, and deploying new test solutions with cross-functional teams.

You will generate detailed 3D CAD models and drawings, conduct structural analyses, and develop test campaigns from development through qualification. Excellent collaboration and proactive problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with prototyping and implementation.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Master's degree in mechanical engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design and layout contributing to overall system architecture for drone propulsion.
• Create detailed 3D CAD assemblies and 2D drawings.
• Perform static, dynamic, and modal analyses to support design.
• Develop test campaigns and support production via design for manufacture (DFM).
• Present materials for design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Prototyping

CAD design

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks simulation

Ansys Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Amazon in Seattle, WA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support Prime Air drone propulsion hardware and test systems. This role focuses on maturing designs, adding engineering rigor, and deploying new test solutions with cross-functional teams.

You will generate detailed 3D CAD models and drawings, conduct structural analyses, and develop test campaigns from development through qualification. Excellent collaboration and proactive problem solving are essential.