Drone Maintenance Technician

Amazon; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain and service drones, ensuring aircraft conform to design and safety standards. The role requires collaboration with engineering and flight operations to deliver assigned responsibilities.

The candidate should have strong analytical skills, be a self-starter, and work well independently across shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with up to 25% travel. Safety and compliance are emphasized throughout.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical integration or assembly.
• Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach.
• Travel up to 25% of the time; proficient with common business apps (Word, Excel).

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

Lift 50 lbs

Travel 25%

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Job description

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain and service drones, ensuring aircraft conform to design and safety standards. The role requires collaboration with engineering and flight operations to deliver assigned responsibilities.

The candidate should have strong analytical skills, be a self-starter, and work well independently across shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with up to 25% travel. Safety and compliance are emphasized throughout.