Senior Drone Maintenance Technician

Amazon Inc.; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Sr. Repair Technician for Prime Air in Tolleson, AZ. You will maintain drones, train technicians, and ensure safety and FAA compliance while coordinating with engineering, flight operations, and Prime Air teams.

You will lead maintenance activities, manage spare parts, and guide a team across shifts, including nights and weekends. Travel up to 25% is required; the role demands physical work and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical and electrical integration or assembly experience.
• Experience guiding, training and mentoring others.
• Experience with common business applications and tools (i.e. Microsoft Office).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Drive time-based and condition-based maintenance activities.
• Own fleet performance metrics.
• Verify adherence to FAA regulations and Prime Air directives and processes.
• Manage fleet spare parts and inventory.
• Train and mentor other Repair Technicians.
• Assign shift roster and oversee Repair Technicians.
• Demonstrate proactive safety mindset in ambiguous situations.
• Follow detailed instructions outlined in technical manuals.

Skills

Mechanical & electrical experience

Team mentoring

Microsoft Office

Physical endurance

25% travel

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Sr. Repair Technician for Prime Air in Tolleson, AZ. You will maintain drones, train technicians, and ensure safety and FAA compliance while coordinating with engineering, flight operations, and Prime Air teams.

You will lead maintenance activities, manage spare parts, and guide a team across shifts, including nights and weekends. Travel up to 25% is required; the role demands physical work and adherence to safety protocols.