Mechanical Design Engineer – Space Hardware (Project Kuiper)
Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.Redmond, WA
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Overview
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Job Description
OverviewInabia Solutions & Consulting is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support Amazon’s Project Kuiper space hardware initiatives. This role focuses on the design, documentation, and qualification of mechanical and structural systems for satellite and spaceflight hardware.You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop reliable, testable, and manufacturable designs that meet demanding spaceflight requirements.Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical design and trade studies for space hardware systems
- Develop detailed CAD models and engineering drawings with proper GD&T
- Support design reviews, proposal efforts, and technical documentation
- Participating in development, qualification, and acceptance test campaigns
- Collaborate with manufacturing, test, and systems engineering teams
- Support hands-on integration and troubleshooting of hardware
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent)
- 7+ years of experience designing structural or avionics systems for space applications
- 5+ years of experience with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Experience supporting qualification and acceptance testing for space hardware
- Master’s or PhD (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with FEA tools (FEMAP, NASTRAN, or equivalent)
- Thermal vacuum and vibration test experience
- Strong design-for-manufacturing knowledge and ownership mindset
- Experience with Jira, TRAC, or similar tools
- Location: Seattle/Redmond, WA (Onsite as required)
- Employment Type: Contract (W-2 only)
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
- Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
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