Mfg Functional Technician II, Amazon Leo

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.

• Safety & Quality Leadership:
  Champion high safety and quality standards for both products and personnel.
• Satellite Integration & Testing:
  Perform integration and testing of Leo satellites and complex subassemblies in cleanroom and ESD-controlled environments.
• Hardware Handling:
  Conduct rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive hardware with precision and care.
• Precision Tooling:
  Utilize calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, optical inspection devices, micrometers, and calipers.
• Technical Interpretation:
  Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Process Compliance:
  Execute work in accordance with established procedures, specifications, and work instructions
• Non-Conformance Documentation:
  Identify and document non-conformities as required to ensure traceability and corrective action.
• Digital Systems Use:
  Operate computer software programs including Manufacturing Execution System (MES) in SAP.
• Collaboration & Improvement:
  Partner with Manufacturing Engineers (ME) to develop, refine, and document activities, driving continuous improvement opportunities.
• Operational Support:
  Perform other related duties as assigned to maintain an efficient, safe, and effective work environment
• Flexibility:
  Work overtime when required and adapt to working independently or collaboratively within a team.

• Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time: 1st shift: 6:00am to - 4:30pm Sunday
  - Wednesday OR Wednesday
  - Saturday 2nd shift: 5:00pm - 3:30am Sunday
  -Wednesday OR Wednesday
  - Saturday
• 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.

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.

A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits are provided.

This information is provided per the Washington State Pay Transparency Act.

Base pay information is based on market location.

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.

The MFG Assembly Technician II is responsible for the assembly of Amazon Leo satellites. You will work closely with engineering, test, quality and operations teams to deliver Amazon Leo production hardware to final integration. Your day will involve hands-on responsibilities such as mechanical assembly, avionics integration, rigging, harnessing connections, fiber optic splicing and testing, requiring attention to detail, precision and adaptability.

You'll ensure that every satellite build meets the highest standards of quality, workmanship, and safety, while maintaining strict timelines to support launch schedules.

• 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

• Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) certification/license
• CFOT certification or equivalent experience

• Airman or Avionic certification or equivalent experience
• ASE certification or equivalent experience
• Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight hardware
• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
• Experience working with Electro-Mechanical Assembly, Final Integration, Fiber Optics/Optical and/or Harness Integration
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

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