Job Details
Posted date: Nov 05, 2024
Location: Redmond, WA
Estimated salary: $171,100
Range: $128,600 - $213,600
Description
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.The Propulsion MFG Engineer will work within the Kuiper Propulsion Manufacturing (MFG) team in the development, operation, and optimization of electric propulsion MFG infrastructure. This person will support the development of MFG capabilities for a variety of different propulsion subsystems, including feed systems, thrusters, cathodes, PCBA's, tanks, as well as the integrated propulsion system.
The MFG Engineer will own MFG infrastructure development and execution processes as they transition MFG capabilities towards achieving higher production rates. They will develop and own processes which impact the daily production MFG workflows and diagnose and solve MFG issues in order to ensure production operations proceed efficiently. They will work with responsible engineers to develop MFG hardware and software improvements, and coordinate training of MFG Operators on developed processes.
Key job responsibilities
- Define standard operating procedures for manufacturing equipment changes and maintenance processes
- Flight hardware owner
- Assist in the build and development of test hardware, such as fixturing and harnessing
- Train operators in the execution of developed processes
- Work with lab engineers to diagnose and solve issues and improve test throughput and stability
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.
About the team
The Kuiper Propulsion Manufacturing Team is responsible for the design and development of the propulsion system which provides maneuvering capability to the spacecraft. The Propulsion Team is made up of a variety of sub-teams which are responsible for various aspects of the development process, such as mechanical design, systems engineering, subject matter experts, manufacturing, and test. This integrated team structure allows direct communication and rapid process feedback while also promoting close collaboration across the team.
Qualifications
- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test proceduresExtended Qualifications
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/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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