Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve 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.
One of the most ambitious missions that Leo has undertaken to date, the Leo satellite constellation, is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world.
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.
We are seeking talented mid-level Critical Lift Technicians on back half (Wed-Sat) 1st shift to execute development and production integration of the Leo satellite in final integration.
Key job responsibilities
- Perform and lead rigging and critical lifts of bulky, sensitive hardware
- Develop a deep knowledge of proper and safe rigging uses for both Lifting and Handling gear.
- Obtain licenses as a crane, forklift, aerial work platform and specialty crane operator
- Operate and maintain cranes, forklifts, aerial work platforms and specialty cranes in a clean-room environment
- Run pre-lift safety briefings with up to 10 people.
- Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, multi-meters, optical inspection devices, micrometers and calipers
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to develop and document activities, including continuous improvement opportunities
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient, safe and effective work environment
Additional Requirements:
Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time: 1st shift Wed-Sat 4 / 10s (6:00 am – 4:30 pm). Shifts may vary, depending on program needs
Able to climb and down 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 50 lbs. unassisted
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.
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.
A day in the life
The Critical Lifts Technician II is responsible for execution of assigned tasks based on production requirements and priorities. You will also be expected to communicate production blockers and process changes to engineers and leadership where applicable. Attend daily meetings to discuss priorities, safety, and quality issues or concerns. You must also thrive in a fast paced and high-stress production environment with changing priorities and objectives. To be successful in this role, you must be detail oriented and highly motivated
- high school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years in a high traceability manufacturing environment, or relevant trade school certification
- 1+ years using hand tools and/or precision measuring instruments (i.e., Calipers, multi-meters, torque wrenches)
- 1+ years working with test tools and test methods that adequately validate the system
- Experience reading, interpreting and working from engineering documentation and/or drawings
- Experience in the aerospace industry, construction, military, energy or other high-reliability operating environment using heavy-lift equipment
- Experience in a fast-paced production environment
- Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements
- A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, work instructions and standard operating procedures
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
- Experience working with Electro-Mechanical Assembly, Final Integration, Fiber Optics/Optical and/or Harness Integration
- 1+ Years Crane operation experience - Bridge, Jib, Mobile
- 1+ Years Rigging experience
- 1+ Years Forklift operator experience
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
USA, WA, Kirkland - 33.00 - 36.00 USD hourly