Lead Satellite Integration & Payload Processing (LEO)

Amazon; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Infrastructure LLC is seeking a Processing Lead Technician on site in Merritt Island, FL. You will lead a technical team, drive assembly and test activities for spaceflight hardware, and ensure safety and quality across processes.

The role requires 4+ years in mechanical hardware assembly, ability to obtain US passport and pass Kennedy Space Center background checks, and willingness to travel up to 25% annually.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in mechanical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Passport and meet customs entry requirements.
• Able to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians as the subject matter expert on all processes within your area of responsibility.
• Mentor and coach team and experience delegating tasks to team.
• Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules.
• Integration and test of the LEO satellite and various complex subassemblies in a cleanroom and ESD controlled environment.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Cranes

Rigging

Heavy equipment

Job description

Amazon Kuiper Infrastructure LLC is seeking a Processing Lead Technician on site in Merritt Island, FL. You will lead a technical team, drive assembly and test activities for spaceflight hardware, and ensure safety and quality across processes.

The role requires 4+ years in mechanical hardware assembly, ability to obtain US passport and pass Kennedy Space Center background checks, and willingness to travel up to 25% annually.