PNT Estimation & Orbit Navigation Algorithms Engineer

Amazon; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSU package

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC seeks a PNT Estimation and Algorithms Engineer in the Flight Dynamics Research group to design, implement, and monitor high-precision estimation architectures across terrestrial and space networks, developing orbit determination, filtering, and sensor fusion algorithms using RF and optical inter-satellite links.

This role requires a Master's degree with 4+ years of research, strong Matlab/Python skills, and experience with Kalman filtering and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering with 4+ years of research experience
• Experience with Kalman filtering, least-squares, or factor graph optimization in navigation/metrology
• Experience with orbit determination, sensor fusion, or state estimation for dynamic systems
• Experience with Matlab or Python for data analysis
• Experience applying scientific principles to business problems and products

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and validate orbit determination and clock estimation algorithms (EKF, LSE, SKF, FGO)
• Develop ISL navigation and time-transfer measurement models
• Evaluate and integrate emerging estimation techniques to improve positioning and timing accuracy
• Design and build simulation frameworks (Monte Carlo CONOPS) to characterize filter performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet mission-level accuracy requirements
• Conduct performance analysis and troubleshooting across distributed constellation and ground infrastructure

Skills

Orbit determination

Kalman filtering

Sensor fusion

Estimation algorithms

Inter-satellite links

Monte Carlo simulations

Data analysis (MATLAB/Python)

GNSS-based navigation

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Orekit

GMAT

Job description

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC seeks a PNT Estimation and Algorithms Engineer in the Flight Dynamics Research group to design, implement, and monitor high-precision estimation architectures across terrestrial and space networks, developing orbit determination, filtering, and sensor fusion algorithms using RF and optical inter-satellite links.

This role requires a Master's degree with 4+ years of research, strong Matlab/Python skills, and experience with Kalman filtering and