What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development CNC Programmer, Project Kuiper position at Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC?
• 5 years of CAM programming experience.
• 5 years of machine shop experience in programming and operating CNC equipment (multi-axis mills, lathes, routers…)
Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of over 3,000 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. The CNC Programmer will work closely with machinists, engineers and machining shop management to outline, develop and optimize new machining and manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in programming and machining tight tolerance aerospace components. The desired candidate will have experience in a fast paced machining environment and will have the ability to respond quickly to interruptions and requests to support test teams. 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 • Use CAD/CAM software to program multi-axis milling machines to machine complex metallic structures and components • Translate engineering drawings into reliable R&D and production machining processes • Provide feedback to engineering teams to improve DFMA • Design, program and machine test fixtures • Maintain rev control of programs, tooling and setups • Select tooling and maintain tool library • Material selection and sizing • Ability to handle complete part manufacture including outside processing • Experience with a variety of materials (aluminum, stainless steels, titanium and nickel based alloys) A day in the life We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast paced, start-up like environment. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution. 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. About the team Our small team possesses diverse expertise and collaborates directly with Kuiper's engineering teams. We produce components for both testing and satellite production. Our team's core mission is to eliminate bottlenecks in testing and manufacturing processes. We fill crucial gaps by creating parts that are beyond the scope of our regular vendors. Through active knowledge and skill sharing within our team, we efficiently meet these challenges and support Kuiper's engineering goals.
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.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $89,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $189,900/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.
Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of over 3,000 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. The CNC Programmer will work closely with machinists, engineers and machining shop management to outline, develop and optimize new machining and manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in programming and machining tight tolerance aerospace components. The desired candidate will have experience in a fast paced machining environment and will have the ability to respond quickly to interruptions and requests to support test teams. 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 • Use CAD/CAM software to program multi-axis milling machines to machine complex metallic structures and components • Translate engineering drawings into reliable R&D and production machining processes • Provide feedback to engineering teams to improve DFMA • Design, program and machine test fixtures • Maintain rev control of programs, tooling and setups • Select tooling and maintain tool library • Material selection and sizing • Ability to handle complete part manufacture including outside processing • Experience with a variety of materials (aluminum, stainless steels, titanium and nickel based alloys) A day in the life We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast paced, start-up like environment. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution. 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. About the team Our small team possesses diverse expertise and collaborates directly with Kuiper's engineering teams. We produce components for both testing and satellite production. Our team's core mission is to eliminate bottlenecks in testing and manufacturing processes. We fill crucial gaps by creating parts that are beyond the scope of our regular vendors. Through active knowledge and skill sharing within our team, we efficiently meet these challenges and support Kuiper's engineering goals.
- Proficiency in Siemens NX Manufacturing or comparable CAM software
- Exposure to automating programming processes
- Familiarity with Okuma and Fanuc NC controls
- Expertise in program verification software (Vericut)
- Demonstrated success in machining high-precision, high-value components
- Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management System
- Skilled at defining and refining ambiguous customer requirements
- Strong troubleshooting abilities for machining process issues
- Adept at identifying and resolving problems with machinery, tools, and materials
- Agile learner, capable of quickly adopting new technologies and processes
- Flexible in adapting to changing schedules and priorities
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.
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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $89,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $189,900/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.
Salary : $89,500 - $189,900
