Space Simulation Tech I, Amazon Leo

About the role

Amazon Leo is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,000+ satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to underserved communities around the world. Amazon Leo will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. We are looking for talented technicians to help full-scale production of the Leo satellites. The success of Leo 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.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and safety procedures
• Assemble and test with emphasis to detail an assortment of avionic, electrical-mechanical assemblies, handle and install fiber-optics, and related hardware
• Support some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Participate in process improvements and maintain floor stock inventory
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables
• Execute test procedures for component and system level testing maintenance

Requirements

• Willing to work all shifts (days, evenings, staggered shifts), overtime and weekends as needed
• Estimated shift time: Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am
• Flexible working/commuting in between site locations
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines
• 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

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years relevant working with your hands such as kitchen or back of house, mechanics or general assembly
• 1+ years experience in fast-paced team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, torque drivers, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi-meters), as well as standard hand tools
• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Prior military service a plus

Pay

The starting pay for this role in Washington State is up to $26.00/hour and employees are eligible for incremental raises based on tenure. Base pay information is based on market location.

Benefits

Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, and 401(k) matching.