MFG Production Technician , Amazon Leo

About the role

LEO 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. We are looking for talented technicians to help full-scale production of the LEO satellites.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations
• Assemble and test with emphasis to detail an assortment of avionic LRUs, electrical-mechanical assemblies
• Handle and install fiber-optics and PCBAs
• Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated
• Support some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Identify equipment requirements, process improvements, maintain floor stock inventory
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables
• Execute test procedures for component and system level testing maintenance
• Receive shipments and coordinate deliveries with recipients (using pallet jacks, kit carts, etc.)
• Contribute to improving SOPs and safety procedures

Additional Requirements

• Willing to work all shifts (days, evenings, staggered shifts), overtime and weekends as needed
• Estimated shift times:
  • Day shift 4×10 6:00 am – 4:30 pm Wed–Sat (one team begins at 5:00 am)
  • Swing shift 4×10 5:00 pm – 3:30 am Wed–Sat (one team begins at 4:00 pm)
• Flexible working/commuting in between site locations
• Physical demands: standing for long periods, climbing ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Export Control Requirement: Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
• Must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines

Requirements

• 1+ years in a high traceability manufacturing environment, or relevant trade school certification
• 1+ years using hand tools and/or precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, multimeters, torque wrenches)
• 1+ years working with test tools and test methods that adequately validate the system
• Experience reading, interpreting and working from engineering documentation and/or drawings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace, automotive, medical device, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment
• Experience in a 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)
• Ability to read/understand technical drawings, work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Basic knowledge of electrical, optical and mechanical systems, antennas, functional testing and/or satellite components
• Ability to use multiple types of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Pay

The starting pay for this role in Washington State is up to $33.50/hour. Employees are eligible for incremental raises based on tenure.

Benefits

Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, and 401(k) matching. A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits are provided.