Manufacturing Engineer, 2nd shift – Space Hardware, Project Kuiper, Project Kuiper
Manufacturing Engineer, 2nd shift – Space Hardware, Project Kuiper, Project Kuiper
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21-09-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 86900 - 185000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
21-09-2025
Job Description
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.
We are hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical expertise and manufacturing engineering ownership for the Project Kuiper satellite program. You will be supporting the production and testing of satellite assemblies.
Shift Schedule: Front Half Nights Sun-Wed 4pm-2:30am
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 Instructions and standard operating procedures
- Assist with developing manufacturing processes for automated quality SPC.
- 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.
- Bachelors degree
- Knowledge of material and manufacturing methods
- 1 year experience with integrating testing and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing certification and livesite operations
- Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems
- 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 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 $86900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/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.
We are hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical expertise and manufacturing engineering ownership for the Project Kuiper satellite program. You will be supporting the production and testing of satellite assemblies.
Shift Schedule: Front Half Nights Sun-Wed 4pm-2:30am
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 Instructions and standard operating procedures
- Assist with developing manufacturing processes for automated quality SPC.
- 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.
- Bachelors degree
- Knowledge of material and manufacturing methods
- 1 year experience with integrating testing and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle including coding standards code reviews source control management build processes testing certification and livesite operations
- Experience with hardware/software integration and real-time systems
- 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 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 $86900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/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.
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