Regional Maintenance Manager, Prime Air

Description Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization. Description Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization. How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog ( If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you. Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team! Position Overview The Regional Maintenance Manager reports to the Director of Maintenance and is responsible for leading and coordinating all drone maintenance operations and activities within a designated region. This is a leadership role that operates in an environment where the problem, opportunity and strategy may not be defined. They use expertise and judgement to coordinate between the appropriate stakeholders, optimizing maintenance processes, ensuring adherence of regulatory, safety, and operational standards, while managing operations across multiple sites. Department Of Transportation Requirements Position will be contingent upon successful completion of a DOT drug and alcohol screening. This position is subject to DOT random drug and alcohol testing. Federal law requires Amazon to determine an applicant's history of DOT drug and/or alcohol violation(s) or refusal(s) to test before hiring him/her into a safety-sensitive position, if applicable Key job responsibilities Leads, mentors, and supports drone repair technicians across multiple locations within the designated regions, fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and quality Manage all aspects of the regional drone maintenance, including planning and execution, inspections, service bulletin incorporation, and component replacements in accordance with Prime Air and regulatory requirements Responsible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance at assigned commercial operation locations, ensuring all drones conform to design configuration and are in safe operating condition Ensure accurate records of all maintenance activities, fleet status, and parts inventory Manage maintenance facility operations including drones, support equipment, tools, and safety protocols Work cross-functionally with technical and support teams to drive operational efficiency and innovation Analyze operational data to identify system trends and recommend process improvements Own regional fleet performance metrics and key performance indicators Ensure adherence to FAA regulations and Prime Air directives and processes Responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, and performance monitoring of drone repair technicians This candidate is expected to work closely with engineering, flight operations, and other Prime Air teams to deliver on assigned responsibilities Ability to travel extensively to support the operation Basic Qualifications Experience developing and managing a high-performing team Experience analyzing data to make business decisions Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization 5+ years of aircraft maintenance, aviation operations, quality, supply chain or logistics management, program management, or related professional or military experience Knowledge of FAA regulations 14 CFR Part 135/121, Safety Management Systems (SMS), and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or above in Aeronautics, Operations, Business, Project Management, or Engineering – or equivalent Amazon work experience Experience in the drone/aviation industry or a strong interest in emerging technologies preferred FAA Airframe & Powerplant License or UAS maintenance technician background Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off parental leave Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at USA, IL, HARVEY - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually Company: Amazon.com Services LLC Job ID: A10583838 #J-18808-Ljbffr Amazon Inc.