Manufacturing Assembly Technician II, Amazon Leo

Amazon•Kirkland, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network, aiming to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks, including households, schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies. The success of Amazon Leo relies on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, traceability, and security of its products. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, enjoy solving high-impact problems, and are passionate about building from scratch. The successful candidate must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to the highest standards of execution. The Integration Technician II is responsible for the assembly of Amazon Leo satellites, working closely with engineering, test, quality, and operations teams to deliver production hardware to final integration. Daily tasks involve hands-on mechanical assembly, avionics integration, rigging, harnessing connections, and fiber optic splicing and testing. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, precision, and adaptability to ensure every satellite build meets stringent quality, workmanship, and safety standards, while adhering to strict timelines for launch schedules.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
1+ years in a high traceability manufacturing environment, or relevant trade school certification
1+ years using hand tools and/or precision measuring instruments (i.e., Calipers, multi-meters, torque wrenches)
1+ years working with test tools and test methods that adequately validate the system
Experience reading, interpreting and working from engineering documentation and/or drawings
Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed
Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly operations
Able to climb and down ladders, work in tight spaces, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines
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

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment
Experience in the aerospace industry, automotive industry, medical device industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment
Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, work instructions and standard operating procedures
Ability to use precision measuring instruments
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Responsibilities

Follow work instructions and safety procedures
Assemble 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
Support 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
Perform mechanical assembly
Perform avionics integration
Perform rigging
Perform harnessing connections
Perform fiber optic splicing and testing