Satellite Hardware Process Lead – 2nd Shift & Travel

Amazon; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 143,270,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon’s Leo team on Merritt Island is seeking a Process Lead to oversee mechanical assembly, test, and integration of satellite hardware for launch. You will guide technicians, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role requires hands-on proficiency with precision tools, hardware rigging, and reading engineering drawings, with travel up to 25% and second shift duties.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma, or Associate's degree.
• 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)
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation
• 2+ years of experience operating and directing cranes
• 2+ years of experience working with rigging equipment
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport and 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
• 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
• Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations
• Successfully lead process work and review for quality and adherence to standards and procedures.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules
• Integration and test of the Leo satellite and various complex subassemblies in a cleanroom 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, multimeters, optical inspection devices, micrometers, and dial 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 running 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 related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient, safe and effective work environment
• Shift schedule will be primarily be on second shift but can 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

Precision measurement

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Manual dexterity

Education

High school or associate degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Profilometers

Optical inspection devices

Torque wrenches

Job description

Amazon’s Leo team on Merritt Island is seeking a Process Lead to oversee mechanical assembly, test, and integration of satellite hardware for launch. You will guide technicians, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role requires hands-on proficiency with precision tools, hardware rigging, and reading engineering drawings, with travel up to 25% and second shift duties.