Amazon Kuiper

Hardware Development, Aerospace MFG Engineer, alexa and amazon devices

AerospaceManufacturingEngineer

$117–160k Kirkland, Washington, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer at Amazon Kuiper. Skills: Manufacturing Process Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Process Documentation. Improve WOTs. Improve SWIs”

Industry & Context.

Hardware Development, Aerospace MFG Engineer, alexa and amazon devices
Problems you'll solve

Root cause investigation; 5-Why; Fishbone; 8D; Problem solving; Troubleshooting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in STEM, Process documentation experience, Root-cause problem solving experience, Interpret mechanical drawings, Interpret electrical drawings, 5+ years manufacturing engineering, SAP/MES experience, Hardware manufacturing experience, Quality systems experience, CAD software experience, Microsoft Office proficiency, Engineering collaboration tools proficiency

Nice to Have

Master's degree in engineering, Master's degree in management, Master's degree in technology, Process improvement implementation experience, Jira experience, Project management experience, Independent work experience, Aerospace manufacturing experience, Defense manufacturing experience, High-mix/low-volume experience, Precision manufacturing experience, DFM reviews experience, NPI processes experience, Kaizen events facilitation, VSM facilitation, Lean continuous improvement experience, Time study methodology proficiency, Labor standard setting proficiency, Nadir line familiarity, Satellite assembly programs familiarity, Mentorship experience, Technical leadership experience, Project leadership experience

What You'll Do.

Improve process documentation

Set documentation standards

Coach MEs on best practices

Identify design-to-manufacturing gaps

Own NC trend analysis

Drive systemic corrective actions

Lead line optimization

Lead rate readiness efforts

Own SAP/MES data integrity

Develop floor stock strategies

Liaise between Process ME and FLS

Anticipate process risk

Identify continuous improvement initiatives

Execute continuous improvement initiatives

Propose Kaizen events

Propose engineering change proposals

Solve cross-functional problems

Solve quality problems

Structure ambiguous problems

Develop build strategy

Execute build strategy

Remove systemic flow constraints

Communicate technical information

Deliver structured presentations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional forums; DFM reviews; Rate readiness briefings; KQR meetings

Communication Scope

Technical information communication; Structured presentations

Process & Methodology

Project management, Jira

Full Job Description

The Manufacturing Process Engineer serves as the technical backbone of the Nadir production line, owning the documented, optimized, and continuously improved processes that enable every technician to build with precision and confidence. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining Work Order Templates (WOTs), Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), and all associated build documentation to the highest standards in quality, accuracy to design, and efficiency. Working in a hybrid environment—approximately 50–60% engineering workspace and 40–50% production floor—the Process ME bridges the gap between design engineering intent and manufacturing execution. This engineer leads Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews, identifies design-to-manufacturing gaps during NPI phases, and partners with Responsible Engineers to evaluate manufacturability tradeoffs. Quality ownership is a critical dimension of this role. The Process ME owns Non-Conformance (NC) trend analysis, facilitates Leo Quality Review (LQR) meetings, and leads root cause investigations using methodologies such as 5-Why, Fishbone, and 8D to drive systemic corrective actions. This engineer also leads rate readiness efforts through time studies, capacity analyses, and labor standard setting. They drive Kaizen events, develop build strategies for rate scale-up milestones, and remove systemic flow constraints. SAP/MES data integrity—including mBOM accuracy and production versions—falls within their ownership. The Process ME serves as the primary technical liaison between Process ME and Front Line Support (FLS) functions, driving feedback loops between the floor and documentation team to anticipate process risk. Key job responsibilities Own and continuously improve WOTs, SWIs, and process documentation across multiple process areas, setting standards and coaching MEs on best practices Lead DFM reviews for assigned assemblies, proactively identifying design-to-manufacturing gaps and driving design changes to re

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