Join Amazon Kuiper as a Propulsion Engineering Manager, leading a team in the design and integration of satellite propulsion systems. This role offers the chance to influence next-generation space technology while managing complex engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities
Direct mechanical design and integration of spacecraft propulsion systems
Manage Propulsion design change requests
Coordinate with manufacture and test teams
Lead manufacturing support activities
Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for technical issues
Coordinate with Propulsion teams on test & manufacturing fixture design
Communicate to Project Kuiper change control boards
Own the review and release of propulsion engineering drawings
Required Qualifications
3+ years experience managing engineering teams developing spacecraft flight hardware
Bachelor degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years experience with spacecraft electric propulsion
3+ years experience with Hall Effect thrusters
3+ years experience with propellant management systems
5+ years experience managing engineering teams developing spacecraft flight hardware
5+ years experience with engineer drawing review and release
Experience with integrating high power avionics for aerospace applications
Advanced degree (M.Sc., Ph.D.) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics or a related field
Experience maintaining a design in a production environment
Benefits & Perks
Equity and sign-on paymentsMedical and financial benefits