Drone Fleet Maintenance Technician

Amazon; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician in Austin, TX to perform drone maintenance and routine service, ensuring aircraft meet design and safety standards. You will work with engineering and flight operations to deliver assigned tasks, applying strong analytical skills and independent work habits in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long shifts, and travel up to 25%. Starting pay is hourly with potential shift differentials and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical integration or assembly.
• Carry/lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk during long shifts (up to 12 hours).
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Experience with common business applications (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Drive time-based and condition-based maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate understanding of fleet performance metrics.
• Verify adherence to FAA regulations and Prime Air directives and processes.
• Manage fleet spare parts and inventory.
• Demonstrate proactive safety mindset in ambiguous situations.
• Follow detailed instructions outlined in technical manuals.

Skills

Mechanical integration

Electrical integration

Safety awareness

Fleet metrics understanding

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician in Austin, TX to perform drone maintenance and routine service, ensuring aircraft meet design and safety standards. You will work with engineering and flight operations to deliver assigned tasks, applying strong analytical skills and independent work habits in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long shifts, and travel up to 25%. Starting pay is hourly with potential shift differentials and overtime.