Production Quality Engineer - Split Shift, Amazon Leo

Amazon Inc.; Redmond; On-site; AUD 167,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a Production Quality Engineer to own product performance for critical satellite sub-assemblies and develop novel quality processes. You will drive defect reduction, qualify inspection methods, and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced space manufacturing environment.

Experience with APQP, PFMEA, and MSA is essential. A Master’s degree is a plus. This role requires working within an AS9100 quality system and may include shift rotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures.
• 2+ years leading APQP activities (PFMEA, CP, PFD, SPC, MSA).
• Preferred: 2+ years RCA for functional test or mechanical failure.
• Preferred: 2+ years experience with data querying languages (SQL) and scripting (Python).
• Master's in EE or computer engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead as QE for satellite mechanism assemblies, define and validate assembly/test methods and qualification.
• Lead MRB discussions to determine dispositions for nonconforming material.
• Investigate defects and drive root cause corrective actions to reduce recurrence.
• Collaborate with Inspection, Supplier Quality, and Engineering to qualify inspection and verification methods.
• Serve as Quality SME for mechanisms sub-assemblies, owning defect reduction and reporting.

Skills

Functional specification development

APQP leadership

Root cause analysis

Data querying languages (SQL)

Scripting languages (Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

PFMEA

CP

PFD

MSA

Quality management software

Job description

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 Leo Manufacturing Quality team is driven to deliver high-quality product lines while maintaining a fast production rate. This position will join the team at an exciting moment, with an opportunity to directly own the quality outputs of some of our critical sub-systems.

As a Production Quality Engineer, you will have the opportunity to own product performance for some of the most critical sub-assemblies of the satellite, delivering creative solutions to reduce defects, and planning to prevent defects using technical quality skills.

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

Lead as Product QE over satellite mechanism assemblies, including process definition and validation for assembly and test methods, part and process qualification, inspection plans, in-process inspection capabilities, and process monitoring.

Lead MRB discussions determine product dispositions for nonconforming material.

Dive deep into defect reduction activities for the mechanisms subassemblies, and drive innovative solutions to prevent recurrence of defects.

Work directly with Inspection, Supplier Quality, and Engineering teams to develop and qualify inspection, monitoring, and verification methods for the Leo Production System all through the production system and ensure a no defect mentality

Be a Quality SME for the mechanisms sub-assemblies, owning defect reduction, reporting, and overall quality performance of the mechanism subassemblies, including electromechanical hardware, high cleanliness/FOD sensitivity, tight tolerance & high precision machined parts, high criticality attributes

Lead and develop new and novel process mechanisms for cross functional production system teams.

Split Shift 4x10

(Day, Night Split)

SUN-WED - Day ( 10 AM to 8 PM)

WED- SAT -DAY ( 10 AM to 8 PM)

A day in the life

A day in the life

Perform daily defect resolution as the Quality member.

Investigates Production System issues to reduce defect rates and drive root cause corrective actions.

Implements the Amazon Leo Quality System through process development and launch mechanisms.

Partners with cross-functional groups to develop and qualify internal production processes, including Quality Assurance processes.

Conduct rigorous Continuous Improvement activities to prevent recurrence of non-conformances during assembly.

Perform audit activities to ensure compliance to QMS requirements.

Develop and modify process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, MSAs, and other APQP artifacts to support continued high quality production.

Working within an AS9100 certified quality system.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedure
• 2+ year experience in leading the APQP (PFMEA, CP, PFD, SPC, MSA)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in performing RCA for functional test failure for PCBA or mechanical failure
• 2+ years of data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab, etc.) experience
• 2+ years experience in semi-automated and fully automated process improvement to add error proofing to system such as Kyence, Cognex or other AI/ML Vision system
• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent

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, WA, REDMOND - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually