Lead Test Technician, 2nd Shift, Project Kuiper

Job 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

• This position will work a 4x10 schedule, possible shifts : Back-Half (Wed-Sat), Day (0600-1630) or Night (1700-0330)
• Lead and guide a team of Test Technicians by planning, assigning and executing daily tasks, and assisting with new member onboarding and training
• Perform functional and environmental testing, repair and troubleshooting of Kuiper phased antennas and other critical assemblies
• Enforce high quality and safety standards for both product and personnel
• Produce daily reports on Integration phased antenna builds
• 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
• Use computer software programs for conducting 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

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 Test Technician is responsible for guiding a team of test technicians to test and troubleshoot critical spaceflight systems for the Kuiper satellite. 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 PCBA testing and handling, mechanical assembly, avionics integration, electrical checkouts and environmental testing. You will be responsible for ensuring critical tasks to test Kuiper satellites are performed with high quality, high workmanship and safety standards, and on time.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 1+ years experience leading technicians in a manufacturing environment

Additional Requirements :

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 -we- hire / accommodations for more information. If the country / region you’re applying in isn’t 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 $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 -benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.