Aerospace Processing Technician - Satellite Assembly

Amazon; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 39,950,000 - 53,726,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Infrastructure LLC located in Merritt Island, FL, seeks a Process Technician to support satellite hardware integration for the Amazon Leo program. The role emphasizes mechanical assembly, rigging, and precise measurements under strict safety standards.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, aligning with engineering and operations teams to ensure quality and timely processing for launch readiness. Shift schedules may vary and require travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 49 pounds and stand for long shifts.
• Experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices.
• 1+ years in mechanical, propulsion, pneumatic, and/or electrical assembly and test.
• Experience in aerospace/launch or high-reliability environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Passport.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and process Amazon Leo satellites at the payload processing facility.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules.
• Rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive flight hardware.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers to document activities and improvement opportunities.
• Travel as needed to support production and launch schedules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Multimeters

Profilometers

Job description

Amazon Kuiper Infrastructure LLC located in Merritt Island, FL, seeks a Process Technician to support satellite hardware integration for the Amazon Leo program. The role emphasizes mechanical assembly, rigging, and precise measurements under strict safety standards.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, aligning with engineering and operations teams to ensure quality and timely processing for launch readiness. Shift schedules may vary and require travel as needed.