Drone Maintenance Technician: Flight-Ready Systems

Amazon.com Services LLC - A57; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Prime Air seeks a Repair Technician to maintain drones and ensure airworthiness in a fast-paced environment in Durham, NC. You will perform time-based and condition-based maintenance, inspect fleets, and manage parts inventory in collaboration with engineering and flight operations.

We value strong analytical skills, a self-starter attitude, and the ability to work independently, including nights and weekends, with travel up to 25% and strict adherence to safety procedures.

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.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Experience with common business applications (Microsoft Office).
• Experience with CAD files/drawings or CAD software.
• Experience in robotics or manufacturing engineering.

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

Travel up to 25%

Microsoft Office

Robotics and manufacturing engineering

Tools

CAD software

Inventory management

Job description

Amazon Prime Air seeks a Repair Technician to maintain drones and ensure airworthiness in a fast-paced environment in Durham, NC. You will perform time-based and condition-based maintenance, inspect fleets, and manage parts inventory in collaboration with engineering and flight operations.

We value strong analytical skills, a self-starter attitude, and the ability to work independently, including nights and weekends, with travel up to 25% and strict adherence to safety procedures.