DESCRIPTION

Project Kuiper is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve 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.
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.
The Sr Manager Dispenser and Separation system supply chain will own the end-to-end Supply chain launch systems ensuring seamless production execution and material readiness. This role will work closely with Launch services, Engineering, Quality, and other key stakeholders to drive manufacturing excellence and meet production targets. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a successful track record in managing large aerospace sub systems implementing design changes, driving cost reduction initiatives, and resolving technical challenges in a high-volume production environment.
Key job responsibilities
This role will partner with Engineering teams and Launch Service Providers to establish and execute comprehensive strategies that drive operational excellence across Kuiper’s launch integration systems. The candidate will be responsible for managing key supplier relationships and contracts for critical launch sub-systems including Dispensers, Separation Systems, and Hold Down & Release Mechanisms. Through strategic coordination with suppliers and cross-functional teams, they will oversee design implementation, manufacturing readiness, and quality compliance while driving cost optimization initiatives to meet program targets. The role demands strong leadership in resolving technical and manufacturing challenges by fostering collaboration between suppliers, engineering, and operations teams. This integrated approach ensures successful delivery of flight hardware while maintaining the high-quality standards essential for launch system integration.

A day in the life

• Drive technical readiness and manufacturing oversight of supplier-owned design and production activities
• Lead implementation and configuration management of engineering changes across supplier network while maintaining delivery schedules
• Develop and manage supplier relationships and contracts for launch integration sub-systems to support Kuiper’s deployment targets
• Develop and execute cost reduction initiatives with suppliers to meet program affordability targets
• Manage supplier quality performance and improvement programs through collaboration with engineering and supply chain
• Drive resolution of technical issues and manufacturing challenges across supplier network
• Lead cross-functional teams to optimize supplier integration and program efficiency
• Develop and track key performance metrics for supplier programs including quality, cost, and schedule
• Manage stakeholder communications and escalations for program-critical issues with suppliers
• Ensure supplier compliance with technical specifications and quality requirements for flight hardware
• Coordinate integration activities between multiple suppliers to ensure sub-system compatibility

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical field

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing program management
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace/satellite manufacturing operations
• 10+ years of experience managing complex technical programs with cross-functional teams
• Experience with manufacturing process improvement and yield optimization
• Demonstrated track record in implementing cost reduction initiatives

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration

• 10+ years of experience in satellite/aerospace manufacturing programs
• Experience with high-volume electronics manufacturing and LRU production
• Strong background in manufacturing engineering and process optimization
• Experience managing teams in a technical manufacturing environment
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $175,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $302,900/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

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