Processing Technician - 2nd Shift - Launch Operations, Project Kuiper

Job Opportunity at Amazon

Project Kuiper is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world. The system is designed to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Apply a deep understanding of a broad range of tools, equipment, and handling machinery to accomplish daily tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Uphold all safety requirements in all zones and work locations of responsibility.
• Assist in the development of new and junior team members and adhere to standards and procedures.
• Independently execute and prioritize work to meet production schedules.
• Integration and test of the Kuiper satellite and various complex sub-assemblies in a clean-room and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) controlled environment.
• Rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive flight hardware.
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, multi-meters, optical inspection devices, micrometers, and 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 controlling 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 duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient, safe, and effective work environment.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Shift schedule will 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.

A Day in the Life:

The Processing Technician will lead work to ensure junior technicians complete tasks and ensure procedures are adhered to and work is completed during quality and operations on flight hardware integration processes. This position requires skill and experience in a variety of areas, including mechanical assembly, propellant loading, rigging, electrical checkouts, and satellite troubleshooting. In short, you will be responsible for a majority of the most critical tasks to process & integrate the Kuiper satellite for launch, ensuring high quality, workmanship, and safety standards are adhered to on a daily basis.

About the Team:

Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. Amazon has ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences. Amazon's culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. At Amazon, our mission is to be the most customer-centric company on Earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. We're dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Passport & 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.
• Ability to pass Kennedy Space Center background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a fast-paced, automated, industrial, logistics, production, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, medical device, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments.
• Experience working with Foreign Object Debris (FOD), ESD sensitive hardware, and in a clean room.
• Experience with forklifts, cranes, rigging, and heavy equipment (including previous certifications).
• A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to use multiple types of precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive assembly operations.
• Able to climb 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.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations.