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Flight Dynamics Systems Engineer , Project Kuiper
Amazon.comUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Mar 2024
💰 $222,200/yr($136,000/yr – $222,200/yr)
About the role
Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
We are searching for talented candidates with experience in spaceflight trajectory modeling and simulation, orbit mechanics, and launch vehicle mission planning.
Key job responsibilities
This position requires experience in simulation and analysis of astrodynamics models and spaceflight trajectories. This position requires experience in software development for astrodynamics applications and expertise in supporting mission workflow for satellite operations. Strong analysis skills are required to develop engineering studies of complex large-scale dynamical systems. This position requires demonstrated expertise in computational analysis automation and tool development.
Working with the Kuiper engineering team, you will:
- Develop modeling techniques for analysis and simulation of deployment dynamics of multiple satellites
- Support Project Kuiper’s Launch Vehicle Mission Management team with technical expertise in Launch Vehicle trajectory requirements specification
- Develop tools to support Mission Management planning for over 80 launches!
- Work collaboratively with launch vehicle system technical teams
- Provide support of algorithm development and testing for the Kuiper Flight Dynamics System.
- Provide software development support of production code.
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.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Redmond, WA, USA
- Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or related fields or equivalent work experience (at least 3 years' experience in a related discipline)
- Experience in modeling and simulation of satellite orbits
- Experience with astrodynamics tool development, either custom developed or commercially developed off the shelf systems (STK, GMAT, FreeFlyer)
- Experience in flight dynamics engineering roles such as orbit analysis, sensor performance simulation, mission planning, maneuver planning, orbit determination, and operations
- Experience in modeling and simulation of launch vehicle performance
- Experience in scripting languages (Python or other)
- Basic understanding of GNC topics and related analysis
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $222,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
We are searching for talented candidates with experience in spaceflight trajectory modeling and simulation, orbit mechanics, and launch vehicle mission planning.
Key job responsibilities
This position requires experience in simulation and analysis of astrodynamics models and spaceflight trajectories. This position requires experience in software development for astrodynamics applications and expertise in supporting mission workflow for satellite operations. Strong analysis skills are required to develop engineering studies of complex large-scale dynamical systems. This position requires demonstrated expertise in computational analysis automation and tool development.
Working with the Kuiper engineering team, you will:
- Develop modeling techniques for analysis and simulation of deployment dynamics of multiple satellites
- Support Project Kuiper’s Launch Vehicle Mission Management team with technical expertise in Launch Vehicle trajectory requirements specification
- Develop tools to support Mission Management planning for over 80 launches!
- Work collaboratively with launch vehicle system technical teams
- Provide support of algorithm development and testing for the Kuiper Flight Dynamics System.
- Provide software development support of production code.
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.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Redmond, WA, USA
Basic Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or related fields or equivalent work experience (at least 3 years' experience in a related discipline)
- Experience in modeling and simulation of satellite orbits
- Experience with astrodynamics tool development, either custom developed or commercially developed off the shelf systems (STK, GMAT, FreeFlyer)
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Degree in Aerospace Engineering- Experience in flight dynamics engineering roles such as orbit analysis, sensor performance simulation, mission planning, maneuver planning, orbit determination, and operations
- Experience in modeling and simulation of launch vehicle performance
- Experience in scripting languages (Python or other)
- Basic understanding of GNC topics and related analysis
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $222,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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