Amazon Project Kuiper, an initiative to launch a satellite constellation to provide broadband connectivity is looking for a senior Diamond Turning Operator that will lead the process development to polish and coat optical components.
Key job responsibilities
• Develop process to polish complex optics using diamond turning equipment
• Perform operation and setup of CNC diamond turning equipment
• Measure parts to conformity using white light microscope, interferometer, and profilometer in process and complete parts
• Perform both visual inspection and various manual measurements with precision gages
• Review drawings and tolerances provide feedback to design engineers prints and tolerances
• Drive continuous improvement
• Extremely high attention to detail
• Work independently managing time to keep up with production demands
• Cross train in other optical manufacturing processes
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.
About the team
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience in high-speed manufacturing, coating or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of diamond turning experience
- Experience writing work instructions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to use and comprehend metrology data from instruments like interferometry, surface roughness and profilometer.
- Familiarization with ISO and MIL-Spec guidelines
- Ability to read and understand GD&T technical drawings
- Ability to review data for failure analysis and root cause corrective actions
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the internet
- Positive attitude, including ability to quickly adapt to changes in production requirements.
- Experience with fixture design and machining
- Experience with optical fabrication & Coating
- Experience with writing procedures
- Experience with lean manufacturing, 6 sigma, 5S or equivalent experience
- Experience with writing JHA’s and awareness of EH&S protocols Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $72,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $182,000/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. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.