Processing Technician, Satellite Integration, Amazon Leo

Amazon Leo is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools hospitals businesses and government agencies Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

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

• Can apply a deep understanding of a broad range of tools equipment and handling machinery to accomplish your daily tasks effectively and efficiently
• Upholds all safety requirements in all zones and work locations of responsibility
• Assists in the development of new and junior team members and adheres to standards and procedures
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules
• Integration and test of the Kuiper satellite and various complex sub-assemblies in a clean-room and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) controlled environment
• Rigging and critical lifts of bulky sensitive flight hardware
• Able to obtain and maintain licenses operator permits and / or certifications as required
• Use precision calibrated tools torque wrenches multi-meters optical inspection devices micrometers and calipers
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Perform work according to procedures specifications and test instructions
• Run functional and environmental testing on units including some basic troubleshooting operations
• Use computer software programs for controlling tests
• Check and inspect your work after completion to ensure engineering and quality standards are met per the drawing and work instruction requirements
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to develop and document activities including continuous improvement opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure an efficient safe and effective work environment
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as required
• Shift will be primarily on first-shift but shift schedule may vary depending on production / launch schedules
• Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually either domestically or internationally as business needs demand

A day in the life

The Processing Technician will lead work to ensure junior technicians complete tasks and ensure procedures are adhered to and work is completed during quality and operations on flight hardware integration processes. This position requires skill and experience in a variety of areas including mechanical assembly rigging electrical checkouts and satellite short you will be responsible for a majority of the most critical tasks to process & integrate the Kuiper satellite for launch ensuring high quality workmanship and safety standards are adhered to on a daily basis.

About the team

Here at Amazon we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazons culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives learn and be curious and earn trust.

At Amazon our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. Were dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

High school diploma GED or equivalent experience

2 years of experience in mechanical hardware assembly test and / or installation

Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport & must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to : Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Experience in aerospace automotive aviation military or other high-reliability operating environments

Experience in a fast-paced processing environment

Experience working with Foreign Object Debris (FOD) ESD sensitive hardware and in a clean room

Experience with forklifts cranes rigging and heavy equipment (including previous certifications)

A demonstrated ability in reading / understanding technical drawings work instructions and standard operating procedures

Ability to use multiple types of precision measuring instruments

Ability to rapidly change roles / responsibilities while working in a high-paced challenging work environment

Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly operations

Able to climb ladders work in tight spaces bending grasping sitting pulling pushing stooping and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country / region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $71760 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $80080 / 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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

APIs,Jenkins,REST,Python,SOAP,Systems Engineering,Service-Oriented Architecture,Java,XML,JSON,Scripting,Sftp

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Manufacturing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 71760 - 80080