Amazon

Overview

Amazon Leo is an initiative within Amazon focused on developing a Low Earth Orbit interconnected satellite communication constellation to provide high-speed internet services to underserved communities globally. The ALG Engineering organization seeks talented technicians to assist in the build, integration, and testing of Leo Government satellites in both R&D and production environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical/electrical satellite components and integrate final vehicle assembly.
• Build solar modules and solar arrays.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment.
• Support preventative maintenance activities on test equipment.
• Identify equipment requirements and process improvements.
• Execute and prioritize work to meet company deliverables.
• Work with 5S, FOD, ESD sensitive hardware, and clean room requirements.
• Receive shipments and coordinate deliveries using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Maintain accurate work logs and build records per quality management standards.
• Perform basic in-process inspections and record results.
• Red-line work instructions to capture deviations and flag discrepancies.
• Support non-conformance documentation and assist with root cause investigations.
• Follow all OSHA, EHS, and facility safety protocols.
• Handle, store, and dispose of hazardous materials properly.
• Participate in safety audits and report incidents or near-misses.
• Assist with thermal vacuum, vibration, and EMI/EMC test campaigns.
• Route, terminate, and continuity-check wiring harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Perform torque applications, staking, and bonding per engineering specifications.
• Support antenna integration and mechanical alignment tasks.
• Set up, operate, and maintain tooling and ground support equipment.
• Perform precision measurements using various measurement tools.
• Verify tool calibration status before use.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of hardware development, test lab, space/aerospace maintenance or hands-on engineering experience.
• 4+ years of electrical theory, robotics, controls components, and automated equipment experience.
• Knowledge of tools and measurement devices like oscilloscopes and frequency analyzers.
• 4+ years of commissioning experience.
• NASA Std 8739.1 Conformal Coating, Encapsulation, Staking, Potting.
• IPC J-STD-001 Certification (Space Addendum).
• IPC-A-610 Certification.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification (Space Addendum).

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401k

Additional Information

• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens and able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Position located in Los Angeles County.
• Base salary range is $45.19 - $58.75 USD hourly.