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SSL Technician II

Amazon Leo logoAmazon Leo$33.50–$37.50/hrRedmond, Washington, USAFull-timePosted 9mo ago
  • US citizenship
  • FAA A&P certificate

About the job

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.

We are looking for talented technicians to help full-scale production of the Kuiper satellites. 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 - Follow work instructions and safety procedures - Assemble and test with emphasis to detail, an assortment of LRUs, electrical-mechanical assemblies, avionics, or other complex aerospace builds - Participate in 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 - Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations - Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated - Supports some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems - Receive shipments and coordinate deliveries with recipients (Using pallet jacks, kit carts, etc) - 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. 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. ## Willing to work 4 / 10s as assigned 1st shift : 6:00 am - 4:30 pm PST (Sun - Wed) OR 1st shift : 6:00 am - 4:30 pm PST (Wed- Sat) OR 2nd shift: 5:00pm - 3:30am PST (Sun -Wed ) OR 2nd shift: 5:00pm - 3:30am PST (Wed - Sat) - Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed. - Flexible working/commuting in between site locations Redmond, WA and Kirkland, WA - 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 ## Basic qualifications - 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 ## Preferred qualifications - • Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) certification/license • CFOT certification or equivalent experience • Airman or Avionic certification or equivalent experience • ASE certification or equivalent experience • Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight hardware • Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements • Experience working with Electro-Mechanical Assembly, Final Integration, Fiber Optics/Optical and/or Harness Integration • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment • Expert knowledge and certification in rigging and lifting equipment. • Experience in rigging and lifting equipment inspection and maintenance. • Experience rigging related safety measures 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. 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, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay.

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, REDMOND - 33.50 - 37.50 USD hourly USA, WA, Redmond - 33.50 - 33.50 USD hourly USA, WA, Redmond - 33.50 - 37.50 USD hourly

From Amazon Leo's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Amazon's satellite internet constellation, formerly Project Kuiper: satellites, launches, ground stations and the terminals customers use.

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