Drone Maintenance Technician - Aerial Delivery

Amazon; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Repair Technician for Prime Air to maintain drones and perform routine service, ensuring airworthiness and safe operation. The role collaborates with engineering, flight operations, and other Prime Air teams to deliver assigned responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will blend technical skills with initiative, possess strong analytical abilities, and work well independently in an iterative environment focused on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical integration or assembly.
• Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk up to 12 hours.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Experience with common business applications (Microsoft 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 electrical integration

Lifting 50 lbs

Travel 25%

MS Office proficiency

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Repair Technician for Prime Air to maintain drones and perform routine service, ensuring airworthiness and safe operation. The role collaborates with engineering, flight operations, and other Prime Air teams to deliver assigned responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will blend technical skills with initiative, possess strong analytical abilities, and work well independently in an iterative environment focused on safety and reliability.