Manufacturing Engineer Space Hardware Project Kuiper

4 weeks ago

Kirkland, Washington, United States Amazon Full time

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 Responsibilities:
  • Write work instructions, troubleshoot nonconformances, and help execute critical satellite assembly build and test campaigns, including hands-on work.
  • Definition and 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.
Basic Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of working in manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 1+ year experience with integrating, testing, and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems.
  • 1+ year experience with Computer Aided Design tools such as Solidworks or NX/Unigraphics.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Related experience from internships or college organizations.
  • Technical writing experience, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and/or test plans.
  • Experienced with various automated manufacturing processes, including assembly and test methods at component level, subsystem, and system level.
  • Experienced with handling and tracking systems for continuous material flow to manufacturing lines.
  • Familiar with QTP/ATP, functional testing, and/or environmental testing such as thermal, acoustic, or vibe.
  • Experience supporting both Development and Production programs.
  • Formal training/certification in Operational Excellence Systems (Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, etc.) a plus.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

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 our website.

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.

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