R&D Maintenance Tech II, Development Lab Operations

Amazon Leo is Amazons 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.

As an R&D Maintenance Technician II on the Leo DevOps Equipment Team youll perform corrective and preventive maintenance on mission-critical R&D test equipment including thermal vacuum chambers environmental test systems and specialized aerospace testing platforms that are foundational to Leo satellite development programs.
Working semi-autonomously with minimal oversight youll install and commission functional test equipment and execute full life cycle maintenance on mechanical electrical and control systems. Youll troubleshoot moderate to high-complexity technical issues evaluate equipment deficiencies complete risk assessments and drive corrective actions that sustain maximum uptime and performance. Youll anticipate infrastructure needs coordinate change management activities train less experienced peers and deliver process improvement feedback to site leadership ensuring lab environments remain reliable safe and scalable. This role is a key contributor to the operational readiness of test infrastructure supporting current and next-generation satellite development efforts.

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.

Key job responsibilities
Independently execute preventive and corrective maintenance on specialized R&D equipment
Commission and operate test equipment with little to no oversight while training junior technicians
Perform functional checks moderate to advanced troubleshooting and root-cause failure analysis on specialty development test equipment
Identify procure and maintain an inventory of single point failure critical spare parts
Work in challenging environments timelines and circumstances while solving electro-mechanical problems
Troubleshoot moderate to advanced complexity mechanical and electrical issues without established procedures job plans and safety documents
Help create comprehensive equipment maintenance procedures job plans and safety documents
Have an advanced understanding of liquid/gaseous nitrogen systems chilled water systems and high-pressure systems - plus their applications inside the facility
Identify electrical and other utility requirements dictated by equipment manufacturer
Review dashboards complete assigned work orders help create daily work plans and provide detailed updates to a wide audience
Coordinate with vendors and partner teams as maintenance operations contact
Mentor and train less experienced technicians in day-to-day operations maintenance techniques and safe application of skills
Maintain high standards for lab safety data cleanliness and documentation practices


- Knowledge of basic computer business applications such as MS Word MS Excel and MS Outlook
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years electrical mechanical and/or HVAC experience in critical infrastructure or technical school certification equivalent and 1 years of equivalent experience
- Applied competency with hand diagnostic and precision measuring tools
- High attention to detail while maintaining impeccable quality standards
- Working knowledge of mechanical electrical and control systems
- Troubleshooting experience using procedures technical documentation and drawings
- Demonstrated capability reading and interpreting technical prints and schematics
- Experience using operational dashboards and following standard operating procedures

- Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License
- 1 years experience in detailed operations or maintenance of vacuum chamber thermal chamber or vibration table equipment
- 4 years of electrical or mechanical experience in an aerospace development lab

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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at WA Redmond - 37.64 - 65.91 USD hourly