Launch Operations Technician — Aerospace & Flight Hardware

Amazon; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Leo is seeking a Processing Technician to lead assembly, test, and integration for Kuiper satellite hardware in a clean-room environment on Merritt Island, FL. You will work closely with engineers to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

The role requires mechanical/electrical assembly experience, ability to read drawings, and comfort with travel and overtime. Must meet export control and screening requirements as part of the selection process.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport & must meet customs entry requirements to include but not limited to: Yellow Fever vaccine and other immunization requirements as recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks

Responsibilities

• Can apply a deep understanding of a broad range of tools, equipment, and handling machinery to accomplish your daily tasks effectively and efficiently
• Upholds all safety requirements in all zones and work locations of responsibility
• Assists in the development of new and junior team members and adheres to standards and procedures
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules
• Integration and test of the Kuiper satellite and various complex sub-assemblies in a clean-room and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) controlled environment
• 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, multi-meters, optical inspection devices, micrometers and calipers
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Run functional and environmental testing on units, including some basic troubleshooting operations
• Use computer software programs for controlling tests
• 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 duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient, safe and effective work environment
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as required
• Shift schedule will vary, depending on production/launch schedules
• Must be willing and able to perform extended travel up to 25% annually, either domestically or internationally as business needs demand

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical hardware

Reading engineering drawings

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Torque wrenches

Multi-meters

Optical inspection devices

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Amazon Leo is seeking a Processing Technician to lead assembly, test, and integration for Kuiper satellite hardware in a clean-room environment on Merritt Island, FL. You will work closely with engineers to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

The role requires mechanical/electrical assembly experience, ability to read drawings, and comfort with travel and overtime. Must meet export control and screening requirements as part of the selection process.