Tooling Mechanical Design Engineer, Amazon Leo

Amazon; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo seeks a Tooling Mechanical Design Engineer to design, analyze, and implement assembly and test tooling for satellite production. You will convert cross‑team requests into cost‑effective, user‑friendly solutions while managing projects, timelines, and budgets in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

The role requires a B.S. in mechanical engineering, 4+ years in mechanical design, experience with CAD and FEA, and hands‑on work with NX and Simcenter 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 4+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• 3+ years CAD design experience with 3D modeling, drawings, and GD&T.
• 1+ year of structural analysis including hand calculations and FEA.

Responsibilities

• Leading satellite tool development throughout the product lifecycle.
• Designing and implementing assembly and test equipment.
• Converting technical needs into user-friendly solutions.
• Overseeing projects, timelines, and costs.

Skills

CAD design

3D modeling

GD&T

Structural analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

NX 3D

Simcenter 3D

Job description

Tooling Mechanical Design Engineer, Amazon Leo

Job ID: 10524964 | 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.

The Tooling Engineer will support the program on path from R&D, through design validation, into production. You will develop, design, analyze, and implement custom tooling and equipment required for assembling and testing (QTP/ATP) the satellite. You will need to convert the requests from various teams into systems that are easy to use, cost effective, and accurate. In addition, you will be responsible for project management, cost estimate and scheduling. You will manage and support fabrication, testing and commissioning of the tooling into manufacturing.

This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position, and you’ll work with leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost. We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.

Everyone on the team needs to be entrepreneurial, wear many hats and work in a highly collaborative environment. We will need to tackle problems that span a variety of domains.

Key job responsibilities

• Leading satellite tool development throughout the product lifecycle
• Designing and implementing assembly and test equipment
• Converting technical needs into user-friendly solutions
• Overseeing projects, timelines, and costs

This role demands:

• Strong performance in a dynamic environment
• Excellence in quality and standards
• Problem-solving and innovation skills
• Team collaboration
• Flexibility to handle diverse responsibilities

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.

About the team

Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to un-served and under-served communities around the world.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• 4+ years of working in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience with CAD Design of complex systems including 3D modeling, drawings, and GD&T
• 1+ years of experience of structural analysis including hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience designing material handling equipment that interfaces with aircraft
• Strong background in the design of mechanism, bolted and welded structures, assembly fixtures, alignment fixtures, test fixtures, rigging, and material handling
• Design analysis experience with stiffness/strength, structural dynamics, weldments, and bolted structures.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials used in assembly tooling
• Experience with NX 3D modeling package and Simcenter 3D FEA simulation.

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&DD 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, Kirkland - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, REDMOND - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience designing material handling equipment that interfaces with aircraft
• Strong background in the design of mechanism, bolted and welded structures, assembly fixtures, alignment fixtures, test fixtures, rigging, and material handling
• Design analysis experience with stiffness/strength, structural dynamics, weldments, and bolted structures.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials used in assembly tooling
• Experience with NX 3D modeling package and Simcenter 3D FEA simulation.

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&DD 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, Kirkland - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, REDMOND - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 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.