Drone Maintenance Technician — Aerial Systems

Amazon Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain drones and perform routine service, ensuring aircraft safety and conformance to design. You will collaborate with engineering and flight operations to deliver on assigned maintenance tasks.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long shifts, travel up to 25%, and working a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends. Excellent problem-solving and independent work skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical integration or assembly.
• Can lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Experience with common business applications and tools (Microsoft Office, 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

Aviation industry experience

Travel 25%

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

Job description

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain drones and perform routine service, ensuring aircraft safety and conformance to design. You will collaborate with engineering and flight operations to deliver on assigned maintenance tasks.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long shifts, travel up to 25%, and working a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends. Excellent problem-solving and independent work skills are essential.