Manufacturing Engineer Manager, Space Hardware

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Merritt Island, FL
Salary
$136,000–$184,000 / yr
Posted
37 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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This role $160k
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This role pays less than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $152,000–$187,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $160k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

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Amazon Inc. is the world''s largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, operating the Amazon marketplace, AWS cloud platform, Prime subscription services, Alexa voice AI, and logistics infrastructure. Industry: E-Commerce & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Manufacturing Engineer Manager, Space Hardware

Manufacturing Engineer Manager – Space Hardware - 2nd Shift, Amazon Leo leads second shift assembly, integration, and test flows for space hardware builds. This technical leader manages engineering and manufacturing teams to integrate satellites with dispenser and launch vehicle hardware. Key responsibilities include designing workcell layouts, defining manufacturing processes, procuring equipment, and overseeing payload compliance certification. The role involves optimizing takt time, managing material flow, and implementing automated documentation processes while resolving production anomalies. Candidates must possess expertise in space hardware integration, design for manufacturability, and project management. Required skills include experience with functional test procedures, data acquisition, and six sigma methodologies. This position addresses the technical challenges of building a satellite constellation to provide high-speed broadband connectivity, requiring deep knowledge of spacecraft assembly, testing requirements, and complex mechanical systems within a payload processing facility environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead second shift assembly, integration, and test flows for space hardware builds.
  • Design and optimize workstation layouts to meet intended throughput capacities.
  • Define manufacturing processes and plan material flow for spacecraft and dispenser levels.
  • Implement and improve assembly, integration, and test processes to ensure safety and repeatability.
  • Specify and procure assembly equipment and systems to meet program requirements.
  • Resolve technical anomalies and implement corrective actions for production issues.
  • Manage work order definitions and automated documentation processes.
  • Oversee payload compliance certification sign-offs and lead the manufacturing team's daily operations.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or granted asylum/refugee status for export control compliance.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, material science, physics, or equivalent STEM experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership role involving facilities and operations setup.
  • 5+ years of experience developing space mechanical assemblies, or 7+ years in space hardware build and development.
  • 10+ years of experience in the design and manufacturing of technically complex assemblies and products.
  • 3+ years of experience developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
  • Experience with automated manufacturing processes, including assembly and test methods at component, subsystem, and system levels.
  • Familiarity with QTP/ATP, production test methods, and automated data acquisition and collection.

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