Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Program Manager, Kuiper Demo & Service Readiness

Project Kuiper is an initiative providing low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity worldwide using Low Earth Orbit satellites.
$136,100 - $235,200
Distributed Systems
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space

Description For Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Program Manager, Kuiper Demo & Service Readiness

Project Kuiper, an ambitious Amazon initiative, is revolutionizing global connectivity through a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. We're seeking a Senior Systems Engineer/Technical Program Manager to play a pivotal role in bringing high-speed broadband to communities worldwide.

This high-visibility position sits at the intersection of multiple critical workstreams, including ground stations, customer terminals, satellites, mission operations, and payload commissioning. The role demands a unique blend of technical expertise and program management skills, particularly in end-to-end system infrastructure and global-scale product deployment.

As a Sr. TPM, you'll be responsible for coordinating complex technical programs across diverse teams, ensuring successful system demos and service readiness. You'll work with engineering leaders to create detailed project execution plans, manage technical requirements, and drive effective collaboration across multiple groups with competing priorities.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of technical leadership experience and a strong educational background in engineering. You'll need to demonstrate excellent analytical and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across all engineering disciplines. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $136,100 to $235,200 annually, based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and equity compensation.

Join us in pushing the boundaries of space technology while making a meaningful impact on global connectivity. You'll be part of an innovative team that values creativity, technical excellence, and continuous learning. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to shape the future of global communications infrastructure while working with cutting-edge satellite technology.

Amazon's commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a welcoming environment where you can thrive and contribute to groundbreaking technological advancements. If you're passionate about large-scale technical programs, space technology, and making a global impact, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and opportunity.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Program Manager, Kuiper Demo & Service Readiness

  • Coordinate across multi-disciplinary areas for demos and service readiness
  • Create project execution plans with detailed dependencies
  • Develop and manage technical requirements and interfaces
  • Participate in periodic business reviews for ground system and service readiness
  • Drive teamwork, communication, and collaboration across multiple groups
  • Ensure systems development meets schedule, cost, and quality requirements
  • Drive engineering project execution and make technical trade-off recommendations
  • Manage program risks, requirements, verification and validation

Requirements For Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Program Manager, Kuiper Demo & Service Readiness

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years in a technical lead, systems engineer, or technical program management role
  • Experience leading product deployment on a global scale
  • Proficiency with schedule tracking tools (MS Project, SmartSheet or alternative)

Benefits For Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Program Manager, Kuiper Demo & Service Readiness

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation
  • Sign-on payments

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