Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Programs, Project Kuiper
Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Programs, Project Kuiper
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Project Kuiper is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individual households to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
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.
The Sr Manager Manufacturing Programs will lead the endtoend program management for Kuipers Line Replacement Units (LRUs) ensuring seamless production execution and material availability. This role will work closely with Supply Chain Operations Quality and other key stakeholders to drive manufacturing excellence and meet production targets. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a successful track record in managing complex aerospace/satellite programs implementing process improvements driving cost reduction initiatives and resolving operational challenges in a highvolume production environment.
This role will partner with Operations teams Supply Chain Engineering and Production teams to establish and execute comprehensive programs that drive operational excellence across Kuipers LRU production. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring material availability and maintaining production readiness while simultaneously driving efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives to meet critical business targets. Through strategic coordination with crossfunctional teams they will manage the implementation of process changes and develop transition planning strategies that maintain production continuity. The role demands strong leadership in resolving operational challenges by fostering collaboration between production supply chain and operations teams. This integrated approach ensures smooth production flow while maintaining the high quality standards essential for satellite hardware manufacturing
Key job responsibilities
Develop and manage integrated program management teams to support production targets
Drive material availability and inventory management strategies
Lead implementation of process changes while maintaining production continuity
Develop and execute cost reduction initiatives to meet program targets
Manage improvement programs through crossfunctional collaboration
Drive resolution of production issues and operational challenges
Lead teams to optimize production flow and efficiency
Develop and track key performance metrics
Manage stakeholder communications and escalations
Bachelors Degree in Business Supply Chain Operations Management or related field
10 years of experience in program management
10 years of experience in aerospace/satellite operations
10 years of experience managing complex programs with crossfunctional teams
Experience with process improvement and optimization
Demonstrated track record in implementing cost reduction initiatives
Masters degree in Business Administration or related field
10 years of experience in satellite/aerospace programs
Experience with highvolume manufacturing operations
Strong background in operations management
Experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment
Exceptional problemsolving and analytical skills
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $174300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $288200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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.
The Sr Manager Manufacturing Programs will lead the endtoend program management for Kuipers Line Replacement Units (LRUs) ensuring seamless production execution and material availability. This role will work closely with Supply Chain Operations Quality and other key stakeholders to drive manufacturing excellence and meet production targets. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a successful track record in managing complex aerospace/satellite programs implementing process improvements driving cost reduction initiatives and resolving operational challenges in a highvolume production environment.
This role will partner with Operations teams Supply Chain Engineering and Production teams to establish and execute comprehensive programs that drive operational excellence across Kuipers LRU production. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring material availability and maintaining production readiness while simultaneously driving efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives to meet critical business targets. Through strategic coordination with crossfunctional teams they will manage the implementation of process changes and develop transition planning strategies that maintain production continuity. The role demands strong leadership in resolving operational challenges by fostering collaboration between production supply chain and operations teams. This integrated approach ensures smooth production flow while maintaining the high quality standards essential for satellite hardware manufacturing
Key job responsibilities
Develop and manage integrated program management teams to support production targets
Drive material availability and inventory management strategies
Lead implementation of process changes while maintaining production continuity
Develop and execute cost reduction initiatives to meet program targets
Manage improvement programs through crossfunctional collaboration
Drive resolution of production issues and operational challenges
Lead teams to optimize production flow and efficiency
Develop and track key performance metrics
Manage stakeholder communications and escalations
Bachelors Degree in Business Supply Chain Operations Management or related field
10 years of experience in program management
10 years of experience in aerospace/satellite operations
10 years of experience managing complex programs with crossfunctional teams
Experience with process improvement and optimization
Demonstrated track record in implementing cost reduction initiatives
Masters degree in Business Administration or related field
10 years of experience in satellite/aerospace programs
Experience with highvolume manufacturing operations
Strong background in operations management
Experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment
Exceptional problemsolving and analytical skills
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $174300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $288200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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