Manufacturing Engineer Manager – Space Hardware, Project Kuiper
Amazon
Merritt Island, FL
Full-timeManufacturingPosted May 20, 2026
Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
The Manufacturing Engineer Manager will lead assembly, integration and test flows for space hardware builds . This individual will work closely with and manage engineering and manufacturing teams to integrate Kuiper satellites with dispenser and launch vehicle hardware.
The Manufacturing Engineer Manager is a technical leader of the team, providing guidance on many aspects including but not limited to testing requirements, assembly/integration workcell design within the payload processing facilities, facility and equipment planning, integration and test application implementation and improvement, process control, design for manufacturability, project management, and tooling design.
The ideal candidate is comfortable in a highly technical setting and leads collaboration with other departments to reach the best solution to any problem and is able to technically challenge assumptions and requirements of these departments, such as dynamics and thermal analysis, design engineering, and tooling engineering.
Additionally, a Manufacturing Engineer Manager is expected to set objectives for the team overall, not only identifying the right long term strategies but implementing them on their assemblies and responsibilities, leading by example first and then by instruction. They'll have extensive experience in space hardware integration and test, with particular focus on satellite to dispenser and/or launch vehicle integration.
Key job responsibilities
- Working with engineering teams – plan and optimize workstation layouts for Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT), to intended throughput capacities.
- Material flow planning and manufacturing process definition – spacecraft and dispenser level, assembly & test.
- Implement and continuously improve assembly, integration and test processes
- Specify and procure various assembly equipment and systems to meet program development requirements
- Interface with facilities personnel in site usage and integration flow.
- AIT takt time & cost optimization planning
- Definition & implementation of Work Order and automated documentation processes.
- Payload compliance certification sign-off
- Anomaly resolution and corrective action implementation
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 Manufacturing Engineer Manager will spend significant amounts of time collaborating with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to test satellites, dispensers and oversee hardware integration. They will oversee their assembly, integration and test workstation, address root cause of failures and issues, and implement production control and optimization strategies. They will be the front line lead to deliver their space hardware product value stream, implementing engineering best practices in a safe and repeatable manner, implementing efficiency improvements and reducing non-conformances.
We are a fast-paced, data-driven team, and work with leaders in multiple technology areas to deliver the best product for our customers. We hold each other to relentlessly high standards, and constantly look for ways to improve the product’s performance, quality and cost. We are excited about the technical challenges, which motivates us rather than discourages us.
We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.
At Amazon, our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people. We're dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
USA, FL, Merritt Island - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
The Manufacturing Engineer Manager will lead assembly, integration and test flows for space hardware builds . This individual will work closely with and manage engineering and manufacturing teams to integrate Kuiper satellites with dispenser and launch vehicle hardware.
The Manufacturing Engineer Manager is a technical leader of the team, providing guidance on many aspects including but not limited to testing requirements, assembly/integration workcell design within the payload processing facilities, facility and equipment planning, integration and test application implementation and improvement, process control, design for manufacturability, project management, and tooling design.
The ideal candidate is comfortable in a highly technical setting and leads collaboration with other departments to reach the best solution to any problem and is able to technically challenge assumptions and requirements of these departments, such as dynamics and thermal analysis, design engineering, and tooling engineering.
Additionally, a Manufacturing Engineer Manager is expected to set objectives for the team overall, not only identifying the right long term strategies but implementing them on their assemblies and responsibilities, leading by example first and then by instruction. They'll have extensive experience in space hardware integration and test, with particular focus on satellite to dispenser and/or launch vehicle integration.
Key job responsibilities
- Working with engineering teams – plan and optimize workstation layouts for Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT), to intended throughput capacities.
- Material flow planning and manufacturing process definition – spacecraft and dispenser level, assembly & test.
- Implement and continuously improve assembly, integration and test processes
- Specify and procure various assembly equipment and systems to meet program development requirements
- Interface with facilities personnel in site usage and integration flow.
- AIT takt time & cost optimization planning
- Definition & implementation of Work Order and automated documentation processes.
- Payload compliance certification sign-off
- Anomaly resolution and corrective action implementation
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 Manufacturing Engineer Manager will spend significant amounts of time collaborating with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to test satellites, dispensers and oversee hardware integration. They will oversee their assembly, integration and test workstation, address root cause of failures and issues, and implement production control and optimization strategies. They will be the front line lead to deliver their space hardware product value stream, implementing engineering best practices in a safe and repeatable manner, implementing efficiency improvements and reducing non-conformances.
We are a fast-paced, data-driven team, and work with leaders in multiple technology areas to deliver the best product for our customers. We hold each other to relentlessly high standards, and constantly look for ways to improve the product’s performance, quality and cost. We are excited about the technical challenges, which motivates us rather than discourages us.
We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.
At Amazon, our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people. We're dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of Space Vehicle/Satellite Operations, Space Communications or related industry experience- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering, management, or technology- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, FL, Merritt Island - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually