Loads and Dynamics Engineer, Project Kuiper

Job Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative by Amazon to increase global broadband access through a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit, bringing fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities worldwide.

Requirements

• 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)

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
• Create & maintain FEA models for all vehicle states, pretest simulations, response limiting/notching definition, and post-test data analysis
• Work with GNC team to deliver linear modal models of principal structural disturbance responses

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)