Processing Technician, Satellite Integration , Amazon Leo

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

Job summary

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. The Processing Technician role based in Merritt Island, FL will perform mechanical assembly, rigging, electrical checkouts and integration testing on flight hardware for launch, following procedures and quality standards.

You will read engineering drawings, use torque wrenches, calipers and micrometers, and collaborate with manufacturing engineers to improve processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices.
• Mechanical experience in aerospace, automotive, aviation, military or other high‑reliability operating environments.

Responsibilities

• Apply understanding of tools, equipment, and handling machinery to daily tasks.
• Uphold safety requirements in all zones and locations of responsibility.
• Assist in development of new and junior team members and adhere to standards and procedures.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules.
• Integrate and test the Kuiper satellite and complex sub-assemblies in a clean-room and ESD environment.
• Rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive flight hardware.
• 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 basic troubleshooting operations.
• Check and inspect work to ensure standards are met per drawings and work instructions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to document activities and improvements.
• Perform other duties to ensure a safe, efficient work environment.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends; shift may vary; up to 25% travel annually.
• Lift up to 40 lbs unassisted.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Team environment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Torque wrench

Calipers

Micrometers

Profilometers

Optical devices

Multimeters

Job description

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

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.

Key job 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.
• 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 will be primarily on first-shift but shift schedule may 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.
• Able to lift 40 lbs. unassisted.

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

A day in the life: The Processing Technician will complete tasks and ensure procedures are adhered to and work is completed during quality and operations on flight hardware integration processes. This position requires skill and experience in a variety of areas, including mechanical assembly, rigging, electrical checkouts and satellite troubleshooting. In short, you will be responsible for a majority of the most critical tasks to process & integrate the Leo satellite for launch, ensuring high quality, workmanship and safety standards are adhered to on a daily basis.

About the team

Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.

At Amazon, our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people. We're dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment
• Experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi-meters, torque wrenches)
• Mechanical experience in aerospace, automotive, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environments

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.

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, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay. 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.

USA, FL, Merritt Island - 34.00 - 38.00 USD hourly