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Amazon · 2 days ago

Materials Engineer, Amazon Leo

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$106K/yr - $185K/yr

2+ years exp

Amazon is launching Amazon Leo, a low Earth orbit satellite network aimed at providing internet connectivity to underserved areas. The Materials Engineer will be responsible for developing advanced materials and processes for satellite production, conducting laboratory testing, and collaborating with vendors to enhance product development.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)DeliveryE-CommerceFoundational AIRetail

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conducting hands-on laboratory testing and failure analysis of flight hardware and raw stock materials

Developing next generation materials to improve satellite performance

Working closely with external vendors to establish process control and identify new opportunities for product development and improvement

Qualification

Materials engineeringMechanical engineeringMaterials selectionStatistical analysisExperimental designCharacterization techniquesCommunication skills

Required

Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume

Bachelor's degree in materials engineering, metallurgy, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical discipline

2 years of experience with materials selection, testing, and processing/fabrication methodologies such as casting, stamping, coating, cleaning

Preferred

Master's degree or PhD in materials engineering, metallurgy, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related technical discipline

2+ years of experience with electronic materials, magnets, contamination, composites, additive, or polymers

Experience with statistical analysis and experimental design

Familiarity with metallic and nonmetallic materials used in spaceflight hardware

Experience in characterization techniques and equipment, such as SEM-EDS, FTIR, DSC, TGA, LFA, rheometry, spectrophotometry, optical microscopy, hardness testers, and mechanical property testing

Experience in conducting technical evaluations of material processes and understanding of how the interaction between process variables can affect the resulting material performance

Ability to interact with and convey concepts to all levels of the organization