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Sr. Manufacturing Quality Engineer, AMZ Leo Quality Assurance

Amazon • $137K — $185K *
Redmond, WA 98052In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of quality engineering experience in high-volume manufacturing
  • Proficient in creating process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans
  • Analytical skills to inform business decisions through data analysis
  • Familiarity with established problem-solving methodologies like DMAIC and 8D
  • Experience managing technical projects, preferably with a Master's in a relevant field

Responsibilities

  • Own product performance of critical satellite manufacturing sub-assemblies
  • Implement innovative solutions to minimize defects and prevent recurrence
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and enhance processes
  • Lead quality discussions and product dispositions for nonconforming materials
  • Utilize AI tools to streamline quality processes
  • Mentor team members and foster a collaborative Quality culture
  • Provide regular KPI updates to leadership and drive continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k) matching and flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement options
  • Access to mental health support and employee assistance programs
Full Job Description
The Leo Manufacturing Quality Engineering 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 Sr. Mfg 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 your technical quality competencies.

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

As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE), you will:
• Be accountable for the overall Quality of a critical satellite manufacturing value stream.
• Dive deep into problem solving activities and drive innovative solutions to prevent recurrence of defects.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Production, Incoming Quality, Supplier Quality, and Engineering teams to evaluate existing processes, products, and systems, then drive solutions that perpetuate Amazon's culture of Invent and Simplify.
• Be responsible for communicating, creating, and executing on cross-functional projects aimed to meet and exceed Leo's Quality Key Process Indicator (KPI) targets.
• Collaborate with fellow MQEs and PSQEs to influence and improve mechanisms that affect the entire LEO business as a whole.
• Lead MRB, containment, and other quality discussions to determine product dispositions for nonconforming material.
• Harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to further streamline existing processes.
• Mentor developing talent and champion the creation of a collaborative culture in the overall Manufacturing Quality organization.

A day in the life
• Monitor KPIs on a regular and identify immediate and systemic process improvements to drive down overall quality defects
• Work closely with cross functional teams, develop and modify process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, MSAs, etc to support continued high quality production.
• Provide weekly and monthly updates to leadership on KPI progress and "path to green"
• Become an SME around LEO's evolving products and processes.
• Drive continuous improvements across LEO
• Scale your learnings by creating processes and lasting mechanisms
• Drive business critical quality investigations with the assistance of Production Support Quality Engineers (PSQEs) and other LEO business partners

About the team

We are a tight knit group of Quality professionals with backgrounds from a diverse range of industries. We use our collective breadth of knowledge to uphold the Quality organization's dedication to continuous improvement and Delighting our Customers.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience using data analysis to drive business decisions

- 5+ years of experience with process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, MSAs, or other APQP artifacts

- Experience utilizing quality engineering problem solving methodologies like DMAIC, 8D, 5WHYs and fish-bone diagrams to support high volume manufacturing lines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent

- Experience with the project management of technical projects

- 5+ years of quality assurance engineering experience

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 - 137,300.00 - 185,700.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
Learn more about Amazon
Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
AMZN
* Ladders Estimates

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