Drone Maintenance Technician – Aviation & Robotics

Amazon; Suffolk (VA); 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 conform to design and remain in safe operating condition. You will work with engineering, flight operations, and other Prime Air teams to deliver on your responsibilities with strong analytical skills and independence.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for shifts up to 12 hours, and travel up to 25%.

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 integration

Electrical integration

Lift 50 lbs

Travel 25%

MS Office

Tools

CAD

Job description

Amazon Prime Air is seeking a Repair Technician to maintain drones and perform routine service, ensuring aircraft conform to design and remain in safe operating condition. You will work with engineering, flight operations, and other Prime Air teams to deliver on your responsibilities with strong analytical skills and independence.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for shifts up to 12 hours, and travel up to 25%.