Manufacturing Engineer – Space Hardware, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to help lead the development, definition and testing of hardware, processes and line layouts for various subsystem and satellite assembly builds. This individual will work closely with engineering teams in specifying and building or procuring tools and line equipment for Kuiper hardware builds. The successful candidate has some basic experience in supporting development cycles of space hardware through development, QTP (qualification test procedures), and flight hardware ATP (acceptance test procedures).

Key job responsibilities:

• Write work instructions, troubleshoot non-conformances and help execute critical satellite assembly build and test campaigns, including hands-on work.
• Definition & implementation of Work Order and standard operating procedures
• Design and run experiments/test articles to support process development for various subsystems.
• Assist with developing manufacturing processes for automated quality SPC.
• Work with engineering and technician teams to plan line layouts for Assembly, Integration & Test to intended throughput capacities.
• Specify, design and help procure various assembly equipment, tools and systems to meet program development requirements
• Interface with facilities personnel on site development and utility requirements definition.
• AIT takt time & cost optimization planning
• Review designs for manufacturability and sign off for design release
• Must be willing to work off shifts and weekends as required.

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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.