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Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer, Leo Decks

Amazon

Location

Kirkland, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/8/2026

Compensation

$96,600 - $160,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
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Job description

The Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer for the Nadir integrated assembly line is responsible for ensuring production readiness and providing line-side support for assembly operations. This role emphasizes reducing non-conformances and improving cycle times through structured problem-solving and process optimization. The engineer will work independently and collaboratively with engineering peers, production supervisors, and cross-functional partners. A strong focus on quality and efficiency is essential in this position.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related STEM field
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
  • Broad knowledge of fundamental manufacturing engineering including cycle time analysis and process improvement methodology
  • Basic understanding of design, fabrication, and commissioning of manufacturing tools and processes
  • Familiarity with technologies and standards used in the manufacturing industries
  • Understanding of hardware manufacturing processes
  • Experience implementing process improvements
  • Experience using data to drive root cause elimination and process improvement
  • Experience collaborating and influencing multiple teams across multiple organizations
  • Experience with space flight hardware manufacturing
  • Experience working with manufacturing suppliers to improve incoming quality
  • Experience in lean manufacturing implementation
  • Experience conceptualizing, designing, assembling, and debugging tools and fixtures
  • Demonstrated ability to uncover systemic issues from large datasets

Responsibilities

  • Document manufacturing processes, procedures, and author detailed work instructions for integrated assembly operations
  • Create and maintain production routings, operation definitions, and work instruction documents within the ERP system
  • Use structured problem-solving methodologies to research root causes and implement corrective actions for defects and non-conformances
  • Demonstrate competency with quality data analysis and statistical tools for process optimization
  • Evaluate impact of manufacturing process and schedule changes on cycle time performance
  • Collaborate with contract manufacturers and internal stakeholders on tooling and assembly aid design
  • Work effectively with supplier production teams on schedule, design, qualification, and production launch activities
  • Deliver high-quality artifacts including CAD designs, assembly instructions, process flow diagrams, and cycle time studies
  • Escalate risks or problems in manufacturing schedules and plans appropriately
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing cycle times and enhancing operational efficiency

Benefits

  • Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.

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