Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

The success of Kuiper depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment; if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.

Key job responsibilities

• Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations

• Assemble and test with emphasis to detail, an assortment of avionic LRUs, electrical-mechanical assemblies, handle and install fiber-optics, and PCBAs

• Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated

• Supports some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems

• Identify equipment requirements, process improvements, maintain floor stock inventory

• You will independently execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables

• Execute test procedures for component and system level testing maintenance

• Receive shipments and coordinate deliveries with recipients (Using pallet jacks, kit carts, etc)

• Your work may include contributing to improving SOPs and safety procedures

Additional Requirements:

• Willing to work all shifts (days, evenings, staggered shifts) overtime and weekends as needed. Shift will vary, depending on program needs

• Flexible working/commuting in between site locations

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

• Able to lift-up to 25lbs. unassisted

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.

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 $37/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. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.

A day in the life

We are a group of Technicians with well over 20+ years of diverse skills and experience. Each team member brings in willingness to train and positive team energy. Some tasks you may be an individual contributor, but may also work in a group environment to achieve organizational goals. This group of Technicians thrived in success by working as a team. We are currently in research and development but moving towards production environment.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience

• 3+ years relevant high traceability manufacturing experience (Aerospace, Medical or related field)

• 2+ years of hands-on work experience Electrical-Mechanical Assembly, Final Integration and/or Harness Integration experience

• 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced production environment

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, torque drivers, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi-meters), as well as standard hand tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) and/or Avionics certification/license

• ASE certification and/or equivalent experience

• CFOT certification and/or equivalent experience

• 1+ years reading, interpreting and working from engineering documentation and/ or drawings

• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

• Prior military service a plus

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,640/year in our lowest geographic market up to $83,200/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.