Processing Technician I Satellite Processing (2nd Shift), Project Kuiper

Project Kuiper is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance 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.

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 processing technician will work as part of a team for receiving the hardware processing satellites into the cleanroom support electrical test validation and battery charging and other movements of the spacecraft through the launch operations workspace. The satellite operations consist of using with tools and equipment like overhead cranes and forklifts. The electrical test consists of operating a power supply system and requesting/reviewing data from the spacecraft. This individual with be mentored and work closely with their peers and lead engineers and other cross-functional organizations. This role is for 2nd shift but upon hiring/onboarding the candidate will work 1st shift to train and onboard before transition to 2nd shift.

The ideal candidate is new to the industry and willing to learn space products and how to handle hardware; be comfortable in a highly technical fast-paced and collaborative setting; is able to follow technical work instructions and team lead/peer/engineer direction; and support the team through processing operations.


Key job responsibilities
- Adhere to safety requirements standards procedures and supervisor direction in all work locations.
- Learn and support operations to receive and test the Kuiper satellites using various mechanical and electrical ground systems in a clean-room while adhering to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) controlled environment.
- Perform work according to engineering drawings and technical work instructions and under the guidance of supervisor or mentor.
- Check and inspect work after completion to ensure engineering and quality standards are met per the drawing and work instruction requirements.
- Obtain and maintain licenses and/or certifications as required by job responsibilities (i.e. forklift crane electrical).
- Support team to setup hardware for operations.
- Support test operations with engineer or team member to verify satellite health using computer-controlled equipment to command and monitor satellite telemetry.
- Learn the operation processes of receiving satellites using forklift crane or other machines to receive hardware.
- Provide support to team during overhead crane lift operations and spotting during hardware movements.
- Use precision calibrated tools -- torque wrenches micrometers harnesses.
- Use electrical test equipment tools -- multi-meters breakout boxes harness routings and connector mates/demates.
- Use machines such as forklift crane and pallet jacks.
- Execute work assigned with the team to meet production schedule.
- Perform other duties as assigned to ensure an efficient safe and effective work environment.
- Shift schedule is nominally 5 days/week 8 hours/day but may vary depending on production/launch schedules.
- Willing to work overtime and weekends as required. 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 is a entry level person who has little to no industry experience. They should show mechanical and test ability but does not require to be from aerospace or space experience. The technician will meet with their team supervisors (lead mentor engineer) to understand objectives for the day. They will shadow and provide support to satellite processing operations in both mechanical and electrical efforts per direction from supervisor and work instructions provided by engineering. They will provide support to document completed work and work with their leads to report non-conformances as they occur. Periodically they will learn and support the maintenance on the ground and facility systems supporting satellite movements. They will be expected to earn certificates in crane forklift and pallet jack usage as well as cross train with all other launch operations work areas including propellant or integration to support work surges and travel to other launch sites.

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 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and host annual and ongoing learning experiences.

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. Were dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

High school diploma GED or equivalent experience.
0-1 years of experience using mechanical tools or machining equipment.
0-1 years of experience using electrical or testing tools.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Able to stand/walk for long periods of time.
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.
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 check.

Experience 1 years in the aviation or aerospace industry AIT (assembly integration test).
Experience in a fast-paced processing environment.
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.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $52000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $57200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.