Second-Shift Processing Lead - Aerospace Hardware

Amazon; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Infrastructure LLC is seeking a Process Lead to oversee a team of technicians responsible for mechanical and electrical hardware assembly and integration of the Kuiper satellite systems. The role requires strong safety adherence, leadership, and hands-on testing in cleanroom environments.

Candidates should have 4+ years in hardware assembly, be able to operate cranes, and be willing to travel.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma or Associate's degree.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.
• 2+ years operating and directing cranes.
• 2+ years working with rigging equipment.
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport and meet entry requirements.

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.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules.
• Integration and test of the Leo satellite and subassemblies in cleanroom and ESD controlled environment.
• Rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive flight hardware.
• Use precision calibrated tools and read engineering drawings.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading engineering drawings

Troubleshooting ability

Attention to safety

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Tools

Torque wrenches

Multimeters

Optical inspection devices

Micrometers

Dial calipers

Job description

Amazon Kuiper Infrastructure LLC is seeking a Process Lead to oversee a team of technicians responsible for mechanical and electrical hardware assembly and integration of the Kuiper satellite systems. The role requires strong safety adherence, leadership, and hands-on testing in cleanroom environments.

Candidates should have 4+ years in hardware assembly, be able to operate cranes, and be willing to travel.