Front Line Support ME, Leo Decks

Description

The Front Line Support Manufacturing Engineer (FLS ME) provides real-time engineering support on the production floor. This role is responsible for enabling the completion of production hardware through nominal assembly operations, inspections, and nonconformance resolution. The FLS ME serves as the critical link between production execution and the broader engineering organization, acting as the first line of support for daily production execution.

Key job responsibilities

Maintain floor presence during shift in assigned production area, including attendance at daily Tier 1 meetings

Serve as the first resource for build technicians to clarify build processes, disposition potential nonconformances (NCs), and provide build process feedback

Complete ME Inspections and Buyoffs as required on production builds in a timely manner

Disposition NCs using the FLS disposition guide; escalate novel or complex NCs to Process MEs and partner teams

Follow proper NC writing techniques to enable quick approvals and aid data collection

Inspect rework against NC dispositions to ensure conditions are met

Audit and observe builds in progress to ensure work is completed per work instructions

Coach technicians on proper execution when discrepancies arise

Create visual aids and shop aids for the production line when appropriate

Provide feedback on WOT updates ready for implementation

Propose design change requests to improve manufacturing or reduce cost

Support continuous improvement activities including GSE projects, shop aids, and Kaizen events

Work with Production Shift Leadership to prioritize and support deliveries for the day

Basic Qualifications

- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement principles & techniques

- Experience reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings, or experience in electrical or mechanical engineering

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent field

- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

- Broad knowledge of fundamental manufacturing engineering and quality concepts

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, or experience in similar environments

- 2+ years experience as a manufacturing engineer

- Experience in aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing environments

- Familiarity with non-conformance management systems and disposition processes

- Knowledge of quality management systems (AS9100, ISO 9001)

- Experience with MES, SAP, or similar manufacturing execution systems

- 3D design (NX) and prototyping skills (for job aids)

- Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) tools

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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.

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USA, WA, Kirkland - 96,600. USD annually