Lead Propulsion Technician, Amazon Leo GNC

Job ID: | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLCAmazon 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.The Propulsion Lead Technician will be a key member of Amazon Leo’s Propulsion Manufacturing team, combining deep technical expertise with strong collaborative skills. The success of Amazon 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.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.Key Job ResponsibilitiesLeading and supervising manufacturing teams in satellite production environmentTroubleshooting complete technical issues with both enterprise system and production hardwareEnsuring manufacturing processes meet quality and safety standardSupport new-hire training programs and contributing to development and modification of training programsManaging production schedule and timelines for daily delivery goalsCoordinating across multiple teams within department (engineering, quality, supply chain)Lead daily team meeting, end‑of‑shift reporting, and coordinating efforts to minimize production interruptionsImplementing process improvements and optimizations across departmentFollow clean room protocols and proceduresPerform and execute complex assembly builds or test while maintaining high standardsCreating and maintaining technical documentsA Day in the Life The Lead MFG Technician will identify process improvements to improve build efficiency. You will work closely with multiple engineering teams on both early hardware development and setting the stage for later production hardware manufacturing processes. The successful candidate thrives in a fast paced, start‑up like environment and are able to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact team metrics and organization goals. To be successful you need to be highly motivated and detail oriented while showing the highest standards of execution.About the Team We are a group of Technicians with well over 20 years of diverse skills and experience. Each team member brings in willingness to train and positive team energy. Some tasks you may be an individual contributor, but may also work in a group environment to achieve organizational goals. This group of Technicians thrived in success by working as a team. We are currently in research and development but moving towards production environment.Basic Qualifications4+ years of technical work experience4+ years of electrical or mechanical experienceHigh school or equivalent diploma4+ years of hand on experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi‑meters, torque wrenches)Preferred QualificationsExperience bringing teams and processes from development to productionAbility to work effectively in a team environmentAbility to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high‑paced, challenging work environmentExperience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements1+ years experience leading technicians in a manufacturing environmentAmazon 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 for more information.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $63,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $104,600/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 . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Posted: December 31, 2025 (Updated about 5 hours ago)#J-18808-Ljbffr