What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation & Controls Engineer, GSE Automation, Project Kuiper position at Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC?
OPIS
Project Kuiper 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.
This role will design, commission, and support automated controls applications for Project Kuiper satellite production and test. This may include electro-mechanical hardware design and PLC control, SCADA applications, integration of vendor-supplied equipment, and automated scripting applications. This is a highly collaborative position that interfaces with Project Kuiper production, engineering, IT and software teams.
Key job responsibilities
- Work with Project Kuiper design and manufacturing teams to implement unique industrial automation solutions to support high rate satellite production
- Create automated test and manufacturing applications using Ignition SCADA, Siemens TIA Portal, and in-house software tools.
- Conduct formal risk assessment and mitigation for safety critical automated systems
- Commission and troubleshoot integrated electro-mechanical systems and electrical harnessing as needed for commissioning and support activities
- Contribute to the overall architecture for a high-performing, connected, safe and maintainable factory
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
This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position. You will work with leaders in multiple technology areas across Project Kuiper to define and develop automation systems to meet the program needs. In addition, you will be responsible for project management, cost estimates and scheduling. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost. We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.
About the team
The Ground Support Equipment (GSE) team is responsible for designing and commissioning automation and tooling for Satellite testing and production. This in-house team of engineers and support technicians work directly with satellite designers, testers, and manufacturing engineers to solve unique problems in high-volume satellite production.
PODSTAWOWE KWALIFIKACJE
PREFEROWANE KWALIFIKACJE
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116,300 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $201,200 / 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.
Salary : $116,300 - $201,200
