Drone Delivery Operations Leader — Fast, Safe, Scalable

Amazon; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 105,500 - 142,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon seeks a Prime Air Ops Manager to oversee drone delivery operations in Richmond, Virginia. You will manage end-to-end operations, including fulfillment and drone maintenance, while collaborating with customer-facing and technical teams.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership experience, a relevant Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to handle a flexible schedule. Compensation includes a salary range of $105,500 to $142,700 annually along with comprehensive health and financial benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with hiring, performance management, and terminations.
• Ability to travel to local sites up to 25% of the time.
• Prior experience in the drone/aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end operations at drone delivery hubs.
• Manage fulfillment, drone maintenance, and flight operations.
• Act as on-site senior leader supervising managers and employees.

Skills

People-management or leadership experience

Analytical skills

Flexibility for shifts

Experience in manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics

Judgment and decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of operations

Job description

Amazon seeks a Prime Air Ops Manager to oversee drone delivery operations in Richmond, Virginia. You will manage end-to-end operations, including fulfillment and drone maintenance, while collaborating with customer-facing and technical teams.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership experience, a relevant Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to handle a flexible schedule. Compensation includes a salary range of $105,500 to $142,700 annually along with comprehensive health and financial benefits.