Loads and Dynamics Engineer, Amazon Leo

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC is seeking a Loads and Dynamics Engineer to perform structural and dynamic analyses across the spacecraft life cycle, from concept through in-service operations. You will collaborate with multiple technical disciplines to deliver robust solutions for spaceflight systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on modeling with FEA tools, test planning, and verification against launch requirements, with a strong focus on multi-body dynamics and modal analysis.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of dynamic analysis and testing (modal, random vibration, shock, acoustics).
• 3+ years experience with finite element analysis NASTRAN or equivalent.
• Masters in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field.
• Experience with MSC ADAMS or Wave6, Matlab/Python, FEMAP/IMAT.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural/dynamic loads analyses and multibody dynamics simulations for subsystem and vehicle level trades.
• Contribute to spacecraft structural/dynamics test planning, equipment selection, and data acquisition.
• Perform analysis using FEA models for GSE/transport, launch, and on-orbit states.
• Pretest simulations, response limiting/notching, and post-test data analysis and validation of analytical models.
• Work with GNC team to deliver linear modal models of disturbance responses.
• Verify compliance with launch vehicle requirements.

Skills

Dynamic analysis

Finite element analysis

Modal testing

Programming Matlab/Python

MSC ADAMS/Wave6

Education

Master's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

FEMAP

IMAT

Job description

Job ID: 10489886 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

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 schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

To deliver on that mission, Amazon is looking for talented candidates who combine superb technical, research and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively. We’re looking for people who innovate and love solving hard problems and building hardware. You will work hard, have fun, and make history!

Key job responsibilities

• Perform structural/dynamic loads analyses, and multi-body dynamic simulations for subsystem and vehicle level trades.
• Contribute to spacecraft structural/dynamics test planning, equipment and instrumentation selection, and data acquisition.
• Perform analysis using FEA models for all vehicle states: GSE/transport, launch vehicle (stowed), on-orbit states (dispensing, deployments).
• Pretest simulations, response limiting/notching definition, and post-test data analysis and correlation/validation of analytical model.
• Work with GNC team to deliver linear modal models of principal structural disturbance responses to the integrated flight simulation & similar analysis tools.
• Verify compliance with launch vehicle requirements

A day in the life

Loads and Dynamics engineers are responsible for spacecraft level loads analyses across the entire spacecraft life cycle (concept and configuration development, design, test, validation, qualification, and in-service operations). Our engineers work closely with many other technical disciplines and organizations to integrate solutions to complex engineering problems and have both large impact and high visibility.

About the team

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will provide technical expertise and analytical solutions to support the development and qualification of for various spaceflight systems.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in dynamic analysis and testing (modal, random vibration, shock, and/or acoustics)
• 3+ years experience with finite element analysis NASTRAN (or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with model preparation delivery and interpretation of results for coupled load analysis, including experience with component modal synthesis reduction techniques, such as Craig-Bampton
• 3+ years of experience in on orbit disturbance modeling and multi-body dynamics
• 3+ years of experience with modal testing and correlation of hardware
• Masters in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field
• Demonstrated experience in several of the following areas:
  • Experience with full vehicle qualification for flight
  • Experience testing components and vehicles
  • Dynamic analysis with MSC ADAMS or Wave6
  • Programming skills in Matlab/Python
  • Knowledge of FEMAP, IMAT and Matlab

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with model preparation delivery and interpretation of results for coupled load analysis, including experience with component modal synthesis reduction techniques, such as Craig-Bampton
• 3+ years of experience in on orbit disturbance modeling and multi-body dynamics
• 3+ years of experience with modal testing and correlation of hardware
• Masters in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field
• Demonstrated experience in several of the following areas:
  • Experience with full vehicle qualification for flight
  • Experience testing components and vehicles
  • Dynamic analysis with MSC ADAMS or Wave6
  • Programming skills in Matlab/Python
  • Knowledge of FEMAP, IMAT and Matlab

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

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.