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 Space Simulation team will provide screening and testing of satellite hardware. The lab has the capability to perform testing in the R&D, Proto-Flight, Qualification and Flight test phases. This will be done utilizing equipment in the lab such as electrodynamic shakers, thermal vacuum chambers, thermal cycling chambers and other equipment to simulate the space environment.

As a Space Simulation Lab Support Technician, you will be responsible for performing various tasks throughout the facility. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast paced, start-up like environment. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.

Key job responsibilities
– Operation of environmental test chambers (Thermal cycling, vacuum, HALT/HASS)
– Install instrumentation on various types of hardware and fixtures
– Execute electronic test procedures for component and system level testing
– Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated
– Supports some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
– Your work may include contributing to improving SOPs and safety procedures

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 $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. Applicants should apply via Amazon’s internal or external careers site.

A day in the life
A technician in this role will play a valuable part in ensuring hardware is ready to be integrated on a satellite. You will have to be comfortable in a high paced environment and being able to multitask while still being able to product high quality work.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

– Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time: 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM, Friday-Sunday.
– High school degree or equivalency certificate
– Minimum 1 year working in test lab or manufacturing environment, using basic hand tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

– Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight hardware
– Ability to use precision measuring instruments
– Previous vibration test experience using an electrodynamic shaker
– Previous thermal vacuum test experience
– Experience installing instrumentation such as accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples, etc.
– 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
– Understanding of 5S

Additional Requirements:
– Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time: 7:00AM-3:30PM. Shift will vary, depending on program needs
– 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
– Willing to move between locations depending on program needs
– Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

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 $61,360/year in our lowest geographic market up to $75,920/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.

USA, WA, Redmond