Aerospace Satellite Processing Technician

Amazon; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo in Merritt Island is seeking a Process Technician to support the assembly, testing, and integration of flight hardware for launch. You will work with cross-functional engineering, test, quality, and operations teams to ensure high standards of workmanship and safety.

The role requires hands-on mechanical assembly, propellant loading experience, rigging, electrical checkouts, and the ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in spaceflight hardware testing and assembly.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport & must meet customs entry requirements including vaccination recommendations.
• Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks.

Responsibilities

• Primarily first-shift, but shift schedule may vary depending on production/processing/launch schedules
• Successfully process Amazon Leo satellites through receiving and electrical checkouts
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules
• Rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive flight hardware
• Able to obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, and/or certifications as required
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, multimeters, optical inspection devices, micrometers, and calipers
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Check and inspect your work after completion to ensure engineering and quality standards are met per the drawing and work instruction requirements
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to develop and document activities, including continuous improvement opportunities
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient, safe, and effective work environment
• Must be willing and able to perform extended travel, either domestically or internationally as business needs demand.

Skills

Spaceflight hardware testing

Team collaboration

Technical drawings interpretation

Safety-focused

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrenches

Multimeters

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical inspection devices

Forklifts

Cranes

Rigging

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Amazon Leo in Merritt Island is seeking a Process Technician to support the assembly, testing, and integration of flight hardware for launch. You will work with cross-functional engineering, test, quality, and operations teams to ensure high standards of workmanship and safety.

The role requires hands-on mechanical assembly, propellant loading experience, rigging, electrical checkouts, and the ability to read technical drawings.