Materials Engineer, Leo

Job  | 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.

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.

As a member of the Amazon Leo's Materials team, you will play a crucial role in developing advanced materials and processes that enable the cost-effective and reliable production of our satellites. You will be responsible for conducting hands‑on laboratory testing and failure analysis of flight hardware and raw stock materials, as well as developing next‑generation materials to improve satellite performance. You will work closely with external vendors to establish process control and identify new opportunities for product development and improvement.

• 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

• 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

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&D 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.

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USA, WA, REDMOND -  -  USD annually

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