What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager, Amazon Leo Manufacturing, Amazon Leo position at Amazon?
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
The Sr. Manager's responsibilities will include defining and implementing the strategic vision for their value stream to achieve scale and overseeing the daily operations of the value stream. Safety and product quality are paramount. The Sr. Manager and their team will work closely with development engineering for manufacturing process definitions and will leverage our teams in procurement, manufacturing, and supply chain to enable high-volume production throughput. The role is based in Redmond, WA.
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.
Key job responsibilities
About The Team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we are building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Innovation is part of our DNA. Our goal is to be Earth's most customer-centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design and wireless system.
Internal Job Description
This position will play a crucial role in Amazon Leo success by: Ensuring successful production and qualification of satellite systems Scaling manufacturing capabilities to meet program objectives Driving operational excellence and continuous improvement Building and developing world-class technical teams Managing critical facilities and infrastructure Contributing to program-level strategy and decision-making
This Sr. Manager role will lead manufacturing and production teams for one of our production fascilities in Redmond. They will have end to end responsibility for manufacturing some of the most critical and complex technology products.
About The Team
Amazon Leo's mission is to provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Production of Amazon Leo's development satellites takes place in Redmond, WA, and we have announced a new full-rate production facility in Kirkland, WA that will meet the demands of the full constellation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t 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 $161,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $279,600/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Job ID: A2966351
Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
The Sr. Manager's responsibilities will include defining and implementing the strategic vision for their value stream to achieve scale and overseeing the daily operations of the value stream. Safety and product quality are paramount. The Sr. Manager and their team will work closely with development engineering for manufacturing process definitions and will leverage our teams in procurement, manufacturing, and supply chain to enable high-volume production throughput. The role is based in Redmond, WA.
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.
Key job responsibilities
- Manufacturing & Environmental Test Operations and scale satellite manufacturing operations, including assembly, integration, and test activities
- Develop and implement manufacturing strategies to meet production targets and quality standards
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce cycle time
- Establish and maintain manufacturing metrics, KPIs, and reporting systems
- Oversee factory layout, workflow optimization, and capacity planning Direct environmental test operations including thermal vacuum, vibration, and acoustic testing
- Manage test facility operations, maintenance, and capability expansion Ensure compliance with test specifications and quality requirements
- Drive test schedule optimization and resource allocation
- Oversee test data collection, analysis, and reporting systems
About The Team
Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we are building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Innovation is part of our DNA. Our goal is to be Earth's most customer-centric company, and we are just getting started. We need people who want to join an ambitious program that continues to push the state of the art in space-based systems design and wireless system.
Internal Job Description
This position will play a crucial role in Amazon Leo success by: Ensuring successful production and qualification of satellite systems Scaling manufacturing capabilities to meet program objectives Driving operational excellence and continuous improvement Building and developing world-class technical teams Managing critical facilities and infrastructure Contributing to program-level strategy and decision-making
This Sr. Manager role will lead manufacturing and production teams for one of our production fascilities in Redmond. They will have end to end responsibility for manufacturing some of the most critical and complex technology products.
About The Team
Amazon Leo's mission is to provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Production of Amazon Leo's development satellites takes place in Redmond, WA, and we have announced a new full-rate production facility in Kirkland, WA that will meet the demands of the full constellation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or related discipline (Master's preferred)
- 8 years of progressive manufacturing operations experience, including 5 years in space/aerospace hardware production
- 5 years of people leadership experience managing large, complex teams (50 employees) across multiple shifts and disciplines
- Demonstrated track record of leading strategic manufacturing initiatives with P&L responsibility
- Experience scaling operations from low to high volume production
- Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration Experience with satellite production and testing in New Space companies
- Strong background in lean manufacturing and six sigma methodologies
- Experience with automated manufacturing systems and Industry technologies
- Knowledge of relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to drive innovation in manufacturing processes and test methodologies.
- Experience with optics manufacturing.
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t 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 $161,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $279,600/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Job ID: A2966351
Salary : $161,700 - $279,600