Lead Integration Technician, Project Kuiper

Description

Project Kuiper is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we've designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

The success of Kuiper depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment; if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.

Key job responsibilities

Lead and guide a team of Integration Technicians by planning, assigning and executing daily tasks, and assisting with new member onboarding and training

Enforce high quality and safety standards for both product and personnel

Integration and test of the Kuiper satellite and various complex subassemblies in a cleanroom and ESD controlled environment

Produce daily reports on Integration builds

Rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive hardware

Use precision calibrated tools - torque wrenches, multimeters, optical inspection devices, micrometers and calipers

Read, create and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions, some of which may be ambiguous or incomplete in nature

Run functional and environmental testing on units, including some advanced troubleshooting operations

Use computer software programs for managing tests

Check and inspect your work, as well as others, after completion to ensure engineering and quality standards are met per the drawing and work instruction requirements

Collaborate with manufacturing, design and test engineers to develop, document and complete activities, including continuous improvement opportunities

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient, safe and effective work environment

Anticipated work schedule - from 6am to 4 : 30pm PT, Wednesday to Saturday

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.

A day in the life

The Lead Integration Technician is responsible for guiding a team of technicians to assemble, test, and ship production Kuiper satellites. This team will work closely with cross-functional engineering, test, quality and operations teams to deliver Kuiper production hardware at the final integration and testing level, prior to launch. This position requires skill and experience in a variety of areas, including mechanical assembly, avionics integration, rigging, electrical checkouts and environmental testing. You will be responsible for ensuring critical tasks to build Kuiper satellites are performed with high quality, high workmanship and safety standards, and on time.

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience

4+ years in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and / or installation

Preferred Qualifications

1+ year(s) leading technicians in a manufacturing environment

Experience in the aerospace industry, automotive industry, medical device industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment

Experience in an ambiguous, fast-paced production environment

Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements

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

Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity

A demonstrated ability in reading / writing / creating / understanding technical drawings, work instructions, test plans and standard operating procedures

Detailed knowledge of electrical, optical and mechanical systems, antennas, functional testing and satellite components

Ability to use a wide variety of precision measuring and testing instruments

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

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

Additional Requirements :

Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times : 1st shift, from 6am to 4 : 30pm, Wednesday to Saturday. Shifts may vary, depending on program needs

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

Able to climb and down 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

Must be willing to travel up to 5% to different sites and for training

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

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $63,400 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $104,600 / 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.