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Amazon · 2 weeks ago

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Ground Support Equipment, Amazon Leo

Merritt Island, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$129K/yr - $214K/yr

10+ years exp

Amazon is a leading technology company focused on delivering fast, reliable internet connectivity through its low Earth orbit satellite network, Amazon Leo. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Ground Support Equipment will be responsible for the design and operation of ground support equipment, managing all phases of development to support launch operations and collaborating with various teams to ensure equipment meets specifications and operational requirements.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)DeliveryE-CommerceFoundational AIRetail

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and manage GSE through development and build cycles to support launch operations

Coordinate with launch operations personnel to understand operational requirements and develop GSE to meet those requirements

Develop and approve specifications for performance, fabrication, acceptance test and maintenance

Manage external partners to ensure GSE meets specifications and timelines

Establish technical documentation for maintenance and proofload requirements

Perform analysis (hand calculations and finite element analysis) to support design

Design and analysis of concept CAD models using Siemens NX and Femap

Maintain and report on equipment schedule, budget, and technical status

Implement and continuously improve GSE operations

Assembly, integration, and test takt time and cost optimization planning

Shift schedule will vary, depending on production/launch schedules

Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually, either domestically or internationally as business needs demand

Qualification

Mechanical system designElectrical system integrationCAD modelingFinite Element AnalysisFunctional specificationsProject managementRoot cause analysisProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration with teams

Required

Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, material science or other related discipline, or relevant experience

10+ years of technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines

10+ years of experience with the design and integration of mechanical systems, electrical systems/components, and/or lifting fixtures

10+ years experience in CAD modeling and drawings in programs such as Nastran, Solid Works, or CATIA

Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport and Must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Able to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks

Preferred

Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production

Experience with the project management of technical projects

(Finite Element Modeling) FEM analysis of mechanical and structural components

Highly familiar with QTP/ATP and production test methods

Formal training/certification in Operational Excellence Systems (Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, etc.) a plus

Strong organizational, analytical, root cause analysis and problem-solving skills

Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly operations

Able to climb and down ladders, work in tight spaces, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted