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Amazon.com, Inc.
Component Engineer, Leo Component Engineering Team
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What they do
A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$107,452 / year median in Washington
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Description 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. As a Component Engineer at Amazon Leo, you will be responsible for supporting the Component Engineering team by supporting the management of Leo's approved component library and developing component engineering processes and mechanisms. You will work with Senior Component Engineers to solve technical problems involving electrical component research, qualification, and obsolescence. Your role will play a critical part in the success of current and next generation Leo satellites.
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. Key job responsibilities Technical Leadership & Expertise- Provide technical guidance to Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing teams
- Manage Component Failure Analysis and drive Corrective Actions with suppliers Process & Library Management
- Create, review, improve, and maintain Component Engineering methods, processes, and procedures
- Contribute to Electrical Component Lifecycle Management across all satellite programs
- Maintain and expand the approved component library through rigorous research Component Evaluation & Selection
- Review Electrical Component Requests for requirements compliance
- Research alternative components to optimize satellite designs
- Conduct equivalency research to expand component options
- Perform BOM scrubs and review electrical schematics and layouts Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
- Support current production and next-generation satellite development A day in the life You'll protect mission integrity daily.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience working with and maintaining an eCAD library
- Experience or knowledge with Product Lifetime Management (PLM) tools. Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
- Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems
- Experience participating in or leading technical collaborations and creating alignment across diverse groups (e.g., hardware engineering, software engineering, program management)
- Experience is EEE components and fundamentals
- Experience on obsolescence analyses and implementing mitigation strategies
- 1+ year working as a Component Engineer in space, aerospace, or other high-tech industry Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
- 96,600.00
- 160,000.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Mental Health
- Health and Wellness Programs