Manufacturing Technician III, Amazon Leo

Amazon; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Washington State is hiring a Manufacturing Technician III to support full-scale production of Leo satellites. You will follow work instructions, assemble LRUs and electrical-mechanical assemblies, and work with aerospace-grade hardware.

The role emphasizes safety, process improvements, and meeting delivery goals. Requires 3+ years in mechanical/electrical hardware assembly in high-reliability environments; High School diploma required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.
• Experience in high-reliability environments such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, aviation or military.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and safety procedures.
• Assembly and test with emphasis to detail, an assortment of LRUs, electrical-mechanical assemblies, avionics, or other complex aerospace builds.
• Participate in process improvements, maintain floor stock inventory.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables.
• Execute test procedures for component and system level testing maintenance.
• Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations.
• Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Supports some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Receive shipments and coordinate deliveries with recipients (Using pallet jacks, kit carts, etc).
• Contribute to improving SOPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Test experience

Aerospace exposure

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 10453377 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we've designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations 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.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and safety procedures
• Assembly and test with emphasis to detail, an assortment of LRUs, electrical-mechanical assemblies, avionics, or other complex aerospace builds
• Participate in process improvements, maintain floor stock inventory
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables
• Execute test procedures for component and system level testing maintenance
• Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations
• Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated
• Supports some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Receive shipments and coordinate deliveries with recipients (Using pallet jacks, kit carts, etc)
• Contribute to improving SOPs and safety procedures

Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines.

The starting pay for this role in Washington State is up to $38.50/hour and employees are eligible for incremental raises based on tenure. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits are provided. This information is provided per the Washington State Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on market location.

The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

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.

A day in the life: The MFG Technician III will identify process improvements to improve build efficiency. You will work closely with multiple engineering teams on both early hardware development and setting the stage for later production hardware manufacturing processes. The successful candidate thrives in a fast paced, start-up like environment and are able to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact team metrics and organization goals. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.

About the team: We are a team of technicians with decades of diverse skills and experience. Each team member brings in willingness to train and positive team energy. With some tasks, you may be an individual contributor, but may also work in a group environment to achieve organizational goals. This group of Technicians thrive by working as a team with common goals. We are scaling up production and building a strong Lean and Six sigma culture.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation
• Experience in the aerospace industry, automotive industry, medical device industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating / manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with environmental testing - vibration, shock, thermal, EMI/EMC, etc.
• Experience conducting structural, mechanical or electrical systems integration testing
• Demonstrated ability to follow electromechanical test requirements
• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
• Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment (including previous certifications)
• A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Knowledge of electrical, optical and mechanical systems, antennas, functional testing and/or satellite components
• Ability to use multiple types of precision measuring instruments

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

USA, WA, Kirkland - 37.00 - 40.00 USD hourly

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.