Technical Program Manager, Kuiper Space Simulation Lab

Technical Program Manager

As a Technical Program Manager at Amazon's Project Kuiper, you will drive complex technical programs from concept to launch, with specific focus on managing the space simulation laboratory equipment and infrastructure. You will collaborate with engineering teams, product managers, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions that meet customer needs and advance Kuiper's satellite testing capabilities.

Key job responsibilities:

Program Management

• Lead cross-functional technical programs through the full development lifecycle
• Create and maintain program roadmaps, timelines, and dependencies
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve blockers, and communicate status to stakeholders
• Drive technical decision-making processes and facilitate trade-off discussions
• Develop metrics to measure program success and operational health
• Document technical requirements and ensure alignment across teams
• Manage scope and prioritize features based on business impact

Laboratory Equipment Management

• Oversee the procurement, installation, and maintenance of specialized equipment for the space simulation laboratory
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and integration of simulation hardware
• Develop and implement processes for equipment calibration, certification, and compliance with aerospace testing standards
• Manage the laboratory expansion roadmap to accommodate new satellite testing requirements
• Create and maintain documentation for laboratory equipment, procedures, and safety protocols

Environmental Test Chamber Implementation

• Lead the end-to-end installation process for environmental test chambers, including thermal vacuum chambers, and vibration tables
• Develop detailed bring-up plans for each test chamber with clear milestones, dependencies, and acceptance criteria
• Coordinate facility modifications required for test chamber installation, including power, cooling, and structural requirements
• Manage vendor relationships during installation, commissioning, and qualification phases of environmental test equipment
• Create and implement test protocols to validate chamber performance against specifications
• Establish operational procedures and training programs for test chamber usage
• Develop maintenance schedules and calibration protocols to ensure continuous operational readiness

Strategic Planning & Process Improvement

• Scope and define future laboratory expansion projects to increase testing throughput and quality
• Analyze current testing bottlenecks and develop data-driven proposals for capacity improvements
• Create business cases for new equipment investments based on throughput requirements and ROI analysis
• Design and implement process improvements to increase test efficiency and reduce cycle time
• Develop automation strategies to enhance test repeatability and data quality
• Establish quality metrics and implement continuous improvement methodologies for test operations
• Collaborate with engineering teams to anticipate future testing needs based on product roadmap
• Research emerging test technologies and methodologies to maintain state-of-the-art capabilities

A day in the life: This position will work M-F 8a-4:30p.