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Lead Solar Automation Specialist, Amazon Leo

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Kirkland, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026

DESCRIPTION

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s 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.

We are looking for a talented Technician Lead to help full-scale production of the Leo satellites. The success of Leo 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
  • Maintain configuration control and monitor health of automated equipment
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose failures of automated equipment
  • Gather data and communicate during equipment downtime
  • Perform preventative maintenance activities on equipment
  • Drive machine operation process improvements, maintain floor stock inventory
  • Follow work instructions and safety procedures
  • You will independently execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables
  • Execute test procedures for component and system level testing maintenance
  • Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations
  • Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated
  • 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 overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times are Sun-Wed, 4X10 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM
  • 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

Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines.

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.


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation
  • 2 years of operating and/or maintaining high volume manufacturing equipment
  • 2 years using hand tools and/or precision measuring instruments (i.e., Calipers, multi-meters, torque wrenches, feeler gages, gage blocks)
  • Experience of ownership of the performance and health of automated processes
  • Experience reading, interpreting and working from engineering documentation and/or drawings
  • Ability to gather and analyze data to support root cause diagnosis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 6 years of experience in mechanical or electrical hardware assembly, test, and/or installation
  • 4 years of operating and/or maintaining high volume manufacturing equipment
  • 4 years using hand tools and/or precision measuring instruments (i.e., Calipers, multi-meters, torque wrenches, feeler gages, gage blocks)
  • Experience in the aerospace industry, automotive industry, medical device industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment
  • Experience in a fast-paced production environment
  • Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
  • Experience working with Electro-Mechanical Assembly

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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $70,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $117,000/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.

Salary : $70,900 - $117,000

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