Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer (ASIC), Project Kuiper
Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer (ASIC), Project Kuiper
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10-06-2025
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Job Description
Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3236 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.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking for a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer (ASIC) who will define requirements and deploy processes to deliver aerospace quality at unprecedented scale.
The ideal candidate is a systems thinker with excellent analytical abilities technical skills effective written and verbal communication and most importantly a passion for developing foundry and outsourced assembly and test (OSAT) suppliers to produce high-quality mission-critical hardware in volume production.
Key job responsibilities
- Own quality performance of OSAT and foundry suppliers including requirements definition qualification production process validation failure analysis metrics reporting and continuous improvement
- Define and scale Kuipers quality system to ensure early detection of process excursions improving product reliability and wafer yields in volume manufacturing
- Set and monitor OQC/IQC criteria across Kuipers ASIC supply chain
- New supplier qualifications
- Own systems tools and business processes used to manage device traceability and key quality/test metrics
- Represent Kuiper Supplier Quality in cross-functional initiatives
- Travel as needed to accomplish program objectives
- AS9100D Lead Auditor Trained/Certified
- Direct experience deploying APQP/PPAP methodologies per AS9145 or equivalent standards
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.
A day in the life
- Collaborates with product development teams as owner of ASIC quality system requirements
- Acts with internal customer obsession on behalf of Kuiper Production by improving reliability reducing defect rates and driving failure analysis
- Serves as the face of Quality for ASIC foundry OSAT and component suppliers communicating expectations and resolving issues
- Facilitates ASIC quality as subject matter expert in device traceability and statistical process control
- Leads resolution of quality events utilizing structured failure analysis tools
About the team
The Kuiper Supplier Quality team is driven to develop a vendor base capable of scaling aerospace quality to new volume and cost levels in order to meet end customer needs. This position will join the team at an exciting moment with the opportunity to own quality for key categories and contribute to the design of requirements and systems used across the business. We value data driven decision making a comfort with ambiguity across multiple simultaneous projects an ability to earn the trust of our key stakeholders and delivering results without sacrificing integrity.
- BS or MS degree in electrical engineering materials science and engineering applied physics or related fields.
- 7 years of experience in ASIC quality manufacturing testing or failure analysis.
- Knowledge and experience in statistics fundamentals and data analysis tools.
- 10 years of experience managing quality of OSAT / foundry supplier partners
- Knowledge of semiconductor frontend/backend manufacturing processes and failure analysis
- Data analysis tools (JMP or Minitab)
- Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent Lean certification
- Proven knowledge of industry ASIC and quality standards (JEDEC IPC ISO IATF ANSI)
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 $128600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213600/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking for a Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer (ASIC) who will define requirements and deploy processes to deliver aerospace quality at unprecedented scale.
The ideal candidate is a systems thinker with excellent analytical abilities technical skills effective written and verbal communication and most importantly a passion for developing foundry and outsourced assembly and test (OSAT) suppliers to produce high-quality mission-critical hardware in volume production.
Key job responsibilities
- Own quality performance of OSAT and foundry suppliers including requirements definition qualification production process validation failure analysis metrics reporting and continuous improvement
- Define and scale Kuipers quality system to ensure early detection of process excursions improving product reliability and wafer yields in volume manufacturing
- Set and monitor OQC/IQC criteria across Kuipers ASIC supply chain
- New supplier qualifications
- Own systems tools and business processes used to manage device traceability and key quality/test metrics
- Represent Kuiper Supplier Quality in cross-functional initiatives
- Travel as needed to accomplish program objectives
- AS9100D Lead Auditor Trained/Certified
- Direct experience deploying APQP/PPAP methodologies per AS9145 or equivalent standards
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.
A day in the life
- Collaborates with product development teams as owner of ASIC quality system requirements
- Acts with internal customer obsession on behalf of Kuiper Production by improving reliability reducing defect rates and driving failure analysis
- Serves as the face of Quality for ASIC foundry OSAT and component suppliers communicating expectations and resolving issues
- Facilitates ASIC quality as subject matter expert in device traceability and statistical process control
- Leads resolution of quality events utilizing structured failure analysis tools
About the team
The Kuiper Supplier Quality team is driven to develop a vendor base capable of scaling aerospace quality to new volume and cost levels in order to meet end customer needs. This position will join the team at an exciting moment with the opportunity to own quality for key categories and contribute to the design of requirements and systems used across the business. We value data driven decision making a comfort with ambiguity across multiple simultaneous projects an ability to earn the trust of our key stakeholders and delivering results without sacrificing integrity.
- BS or MS degree in electrical engineering materials science and engineering applied physics or related fields.
- 7 years of experience in ASIC quality manufacturing testing or failure analysis.
- Knowledge and experience in statistics fundamentals and data analysis tools.
- 10 years of experience managing quality of OSAT / foundry supplier partners
- Knowledge of semiconductor frontend/backend manufacturing processes and failure analysis
- Data analysis tools (JMP or Minitab)
- Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent Lean certification
- Proven knowledge of industry ASIC and quality standards (JEDEC IPC ISO IATF ANSI)
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 $128600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213600/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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