Drone Maintenance Technician – Aviation & Robotics

Amazon; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain and service drones, ensuring airworthiness and conformance to design. You will work with engineering, flight operations, and Prime Air teams to deliver on assignments while prioritizing safety and reliability.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work any shift with up to 25% travel. Join a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment at Amazon in Kansas City.

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.
• Experience with common business applications and tools (i.e. Microsoft Office, ie. Word, Excel, etc.)

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 and electrical integration

Physical stamina

Travel up to 25%

Microsoft Office

Robotics and Manufacturing engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain and service drones, ensuring airworthiness and conformance to design. You will work with engineering, flight operations, and Prime Air teams to deliver on assignments while prioritizing safety and reliability.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work any shift with up to 25% travel. Join a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment at Amazon in Kansas City.