Amazon.com Services LLC

Aerospace

FlightTestDroneOperator

$0–0k Seattle, Washington, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Flight Test Drone Operator at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Drone operation, Flight testing, Team leadership. Operate autonomous UAS flights. Fly COTS drones”

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Travel up to 50%, DOT drug and alcohol testing, Export control license

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, 1+ year(s) experience as lead PIC, Current FAA-issued 2nd Class Medical Certificate, Experience with remote-control aircraft, Valid Driver's License

Nice to Have

Experience in aviation regulatory compliance, Experience leading teams, Bachelor's degree in relevant field, Aviation safety experience, Commercial drone industry experience, 2+ years of RC pilot experience

What You'll Do.

Operate autonomous UAS flights

Make real-time decisions

Escalate engineering issues

Follow through corrective actions

Operate test infrastructure

Maintain test machinery

Perform flight line maintenance

Conduct risk assessments

Lead safety briefings

Lead weather briefings

Lead flight profile briefings

Deliver flight reports

Deliver productivity reports

Create Standard Operating Procedures

Review Standard Operating Procedures

Improve Standard Operating Procedures

Identify process gaps

Drive process resolution

Apply troubleshooting procedures

Support engineering customers

Ensure accurate test execution

Communicate test status

Ensure data traceability

Execute ground test requests

Contribute to crew scheduling

Mentor junior specialists

Develop junior specialists

Participate in post-event reviews

Document lessons learned

Implement corrective actions

Communicate proactively

Reduce quality issues

Reduce accuracy issues

Escalate immediate issues

Participate in hiring activities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner teams; Engineering customers; Flight test crew; Junior specialists

Communication Scope

Effective communication

Process & Methodology

Logistics planning

Full Job Description

How do you deliver items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and-most importantly-safely, in under an hour? And how do you do it in a way that scales? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We're already delivering to customers and are excited about what's to come. For more details, check out the About Amazon blog: https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-delivery-drones-safety-testing If you're looking for an environment that fosters innovation, where you can apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real-world delivery challenges and make a positive impact on customers, Prime Air is the place for you. Join the Amazon Prime Air Team! Prime Air is seeking an experienced Flight Test Operator who possesses strong judgment and adheres to strict flight discipline. Success in this role requires leadership, attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, flexibility, and a passion for drone technology. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and consistently delivers results on time. We are looking for a candidate who has a Private Pilot License, a current Part 107 certificate, and experience with drones. This candidate will be expected to lead a team for field operations, conduct flight tests, perform limited drone and ground support equipment troubleshooting, and support flight readiness activities and logistics planning. Experience with aviation safety is highly preferred. Export Control License: This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon's ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf. This position may be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing if conducting safety-sensitive functions as defined by the FAA. This includes pre-employment drug testing, random drug and alcohol testing, and test

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