Propulsion Functional Technician, Amazon Leo

Amazon Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC seeks a Manufacturing Functional Technician to support production of future flight hardware. You will assemble, fabricate, and test propulsion subsystems, read engineering docs, and participate in process improvements in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role requires hands-on manufacturing experience with flight hardware, strong troubleshooting skills, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years aerospace/automotive manufacturing experience or equivalent.
• 2+ years hands-on work with electro-mechanical assemblies and final integration.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fabricate, and process materials into complex manufactured products across propulsion subsystems per engineering documentation and SOPs.
• Perform troubleshooting to support debug and root cause analysis with guidance.
• Conduct hardware inspections and document discrepancies; assist with first article builds under supervision.
• Read and work from engineering drawings and documentation with established processes.
• Provide feedback on tooling, consumables, and process issues via MES SAP entries.
• Identify training needs and assist in training new hires and junior staff.
• Lead process-improvement ideas within scope; follow SOPs and safety standards.
• Use MES and SAP for production tracking and data capture; resolve blockers.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Reading engineering docs

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Aircraft/Powerplant or automotive certifications

Tools

MES SAP

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Multimeters

Profilometers

Optical inspection devices

Job description

Job ID: 10576417 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. The Propulsion team is seeking a Manufacturing Functional Technician to join the team to support production manufacturing of future flight hardware.

The Propulsion Manufacturing Functional Technician will work within the Amazon Leo Propulsion Manufacturing Team supporting the build and integration of electric propulsion subsystems, including feed systems, thrusters, cathodes, PCBAs, tanks, and the integrated propulsion system.

This technician will be knowledgeable across multiple manufacturing process paths, perform troubleshooting activities, support training programs, and lead process improvement initiatives within their scope. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on manufacturing experience with flight hardware and thrives in a fast‑paced production environment.

Additional Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift-up to 25lbs. unassisted
• 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.
• 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 $33.50 / hour and employees are eligible for incremental raises based on tenure. This information is provided per the Washington State Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on market location.

Key job responsibilities

• Assemble, fabricate, and process materials into complex manufactured products across propulsion subsystems per engineering documentation and SOPs, following one or more defined process paths.
• Learn to perform troubleshooting activities associated with manufacturing products, observing, receiving, and obtaining information from all relevant sources to assist in debug and root cause analysis. Seek guidance when deviation from available procedures is needed.
• Learn to perform hardware inspections and document discrepancies. May assist with development stage assemblies and first article builds under guidance of senior peers.
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering documentation and drawings following well established processes.
• Provide engineers with feedback on tooling, consumables, debug observations, and process issues through structured channels such as MES WOT entries.
• Identify training needs for the team and assist in the training of new hires and junior peers to help them scale in their role.
• Contribute to process improvement ideas within your project scope, working with leaders and engineers individually or in group settings.
• Follow best practices as defined by leaders, lead techs, manuals, and SOPs. Meet productivity and quality standards consistently.
• Uphold job and site safety standards and operations protocol. Follow proper procedure when quality or safety issues occur.
• Attempt to resolve individual work blockers before escalating. Identify additional tasks once assigned work is complete and communicate to Lead Technician before proceeding.
• Utilize MES and SAP systems for production tracking, traceability, and work order documentation. Capture and record data accurately in applicable systems.
• May assist with servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine tuning, and testing machines, devices, and equipment.
• Attend all relevant technical trainings offered by the organization.

The Propulsion Manufacturing Functional Technician will perform a variety of hardware manufacturing, testing and integration tasks across propulsion subsystems to ensure hardware meets production requirements for flight. They will work closely with engineering teams to provide feedback on processes and identify improvements. This technician is expected to be knowledgeable across multiple process paths, support peers and new hires, and lead process improvements within their scope. They will utilize MES and SAP systems for daily production tracking and traceability and will actively support the team in resolving work blockers and general operational needs. A successful candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, start‑up‑like environment and can apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact team metrics and organization goals. To be successful they will need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.

The Amazon Leo Propulsion Team is responsible for the design and development of the propulsion system which provides maneuvering capability to the spacecraft. The Propulsion Team is made up of a variety of sub‑teams which are responsible for various aspects of the development process, such as mechanical design, systems engineering, subject matter experts, manufacturing, and test. This integrated team structure allows direct communication and rapid process feedback while also promoting close collaboration across the team.

Basic Qualifications

• Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years relevant aerospace/automotive manufacturing experience or equivalent industry experience
• 2+ years of hands‑on work experience with electro‑mechanical assemblies, final integration and/or harness integration experience
• 2+ year’s experience in a fast‑paced production environment with flight hardware
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi‑meters, etc.)
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and working from engineering documentation and/or drawings
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Aircraft & Powerplant certification/license, automotive certifications, or other technical certifications/Associate's degree
• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
• Experience working with MES software packages (SAP, SFC transactions, traceability)
• Experience with root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action processes
• Experience contributing to or owning SOP development and process documentation
• Experience with 6S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with PCBA inspection/rework and troubleshooting

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

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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, WA, REDMOND - 33.50 - 37.50 USD hourly