Production Supervisor, 2nd Shift, Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Production Supervisor to lead R&D and production operations in Kuiper Satellite Final Integration.

Key job responsibilities
- Hire, develop and supervise leads and a large group of highly skilled technicians focused on early Kuiper satellite production, R&D programs and scaling output across multiple facilities. Includes annual reviews, career development and managing corrective and disciplinary actions.
- Coordinate with other Kuiper leaders and manufacturing engineers to plan and coordinate daily tasks for technicians and activities of all operations with an ability to adapt to changing schedules and other dynamic priorities.
- Establish on-the-job training programs and standardized opportunities for team members to learn new skills and progress in their career.
- Independently perform integration and test of the Kuiper satellite and various complex subassemblies in a cleanroom and ESD controlled environment, including rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive hardware when needed.
- Inspect and verify your team’s work after completion to ensure engineering and quality standards are met.
- Author, maintain, and train others to all relevant process documentation, including Assembly, Inspection, Testing/In-Process Characterization, and Packaging Procedures.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, design, operations and test engineers to develop, document and complete activities, including continuous improvement opportunities
- Provide frequent feedback and technical reviews on designs, processes, tools and custom equipment used in both R&D prototyping and production environments.
- Improve and enforce area safety and reporting mechanisms through regular auditing and safety-related projects.

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.

A day in the life
The Production Supervisor will work closely with cross-functional engineering, test, enterprise, quality and operations teams on both first-article hardware development and production hardware integration processes and systems. This is a critical role leading the entire integration technician and critical lifts team on the production floor, including a mix of leads and specialists in a variety of roles and shifts.

This position requires a high degree of skill in many areas, including technical leadership, technician development, mechanical assembly, avionics integration, troubleshooting, rigging, electrical checkouts and environmental testing. In short, you will be responsible for overseeing a majority of the most critical tasks to build the Kuiper satellite, ensuring high quality, workmanship and safety standards are adhered to on a daily basis across the entire technician team. You will also help lead long term production planning, team organization, team building and hiring for essential roles across your team.

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of professional experience leading a team
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation
- Must be able to work 2nd shift hours between 3pm and 1am

- Experience hiring, training and leading production and/or R&D teams.
- Experience implementing lean/six sigma principles in a production environment.
- Experience helping develop enterprise manufacturing systems and assembly lines.
- Experience in the aerospace industry, automotive industry, medical device industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment.
- Experience in an ambiguous, fast-paced production environment.
- Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements.
- Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment (including previous certifications)
- Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
- A demonstrated ability in reading/writing/creating/understanding technical drawings, work instructions, test plans and standard operating procedures
- Detailed knowledge of electrical, optical and mechanical systems, antennas, functional testing and satellite components
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Additional Requirements
- Willing to work 2nd shift, overtime, and weekend work as needed
- Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly operations
- Able to climb up and down ladders, work in tight spaces, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position.
- Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
- Must be willing to travel up to 5% to different sites and for training

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $100,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $150,000/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.