Project Kuiper is Amazon’s initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit communications satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to under-served communities around the earth.
The Supply Chain and Intellectual Property Security (SCIPS) team is looking for a detailed oriented, results-driven, customer-centric, Inventory Accountability Specialist with experience in per-production development and manufacturing of semiconductor integrated circuit (IC) chips and fully assembled devices. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of all phases of the end-to-end semiconductor IC and device product lifecycle, development methodologies and manufacturing flows/dependencies/cycle-times. They combine hands on experience in a manufacturing environment, extensive knowledge on inventory management, program management, and understand product/material movement throughout the supply chain.
The successful candidate will be able to lead aligning both external vendor teams and internal stakeholders in complex program plans for on-time development and deployment. The Inventory Accountability Specialist, will be responsible for identifying and executing mitigations to combat schedule risks, ensure quality specification adherence, and provide status reporting and project health metrics. To be successful you are a proactive owner who is comfortable operating independently. You are passionate about semiconductors, NPI, inventory tracking, and Kuiper’s prospective customer and societal impact. You are excited by solving difficult challenges and contributing to launching a space-craft and user terminal network that meet performance, quality, and availability objectives.
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
In this role you will
* Execute inventory control procedures for New Product Introduction (NPI) and Mass-Production (MP)
* This will include: Raw goods, Finish Goods, MRB, & Scrap
* Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies
* Track and document compliance at Amazon Kuiper Facilities and 3rd Party locations through the entire manufacturing lifecycle
* Support cross-functional teams in forecasting demand for critical components
* Maintain accurate inventory records and implement inventory control best practices
* Assist in developing and implementing security standards for prototype management
* Monitor and report on inventory metrics and trends
About the team
About the team:
The Kuiper Security Team is responsible for protecting critical assets and intellectual property throughout Kuiper's development and manufacturing processes. As part of Amazon's broader Devices and Services division, we implement security solutions for one of Amazon's most innovative initiatives, such as Project Kuiper.
Our team operates at the intersection of space technology, hardware security, and supply chain management, working closely with hardware engineers, product teams, and operations personnel to ensure the security and integrity of our satellite and ground station components. We implement robust control systems and processes that maintain Kuiper's security and compliance standards while supporting the program's ambitious manufacturing and deployment goals.
By joining our team, you'll be part of a group that's helping to revolutionize global connectivity while ensuring the protection of Amazon's most innovative space technology assets. You'll work alongside security professionals, engineers, and operations experts who are passionate about maintaining the integrity of Kuiper's supply chain and protecting our intellectual property within Amazon's Devices and Services ecosystem.
