Real-Time Drone Flight Monitor | Safety & Compliance

Prime Air Flight Monitor, Corporate Operations
Job ID: 10428643 | Amazon.com Services LLC - A57

Prime Air is seeking a highly skilled and vigilant Flight Monitor to join our dynamic team. This critical role is central to our commitment to delivering packages safely, efficiently, and reliably through our advanced drone fleet. The Flight Monitor will be responsible for real‑time monitoring of drone flights, ensuring operational compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Continuously monitor the status of all active drone flights within the assigned region, utilizing our state‑of‑the‑art monitoring systems.

Ensure all drone flights comply with regulatory requirements and company safety policies.

Coordinate effectively with the relevant teams to implement immediate response strategies to mitigate risks and resolve situations.

Prepare and submit detailed reports on flight activities, incidents, and anomalies. Provide feedback and insights to support continuous operational improvement.

Utilize excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills while maintaining a high attention to detail in all tasks.

Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills while working effectively in a high‑pressure environment.

Work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Work in an environment with variable noise level, temperatures, and weather conditions.

Travel up to 25% of the time.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.

Basic Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

High School diploma or equivalent

Knowledge of weather patterns for flight operations

Experience interpreting flight monitoring systems or similar technical platforms

Experience with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations or similar technical platforms

Experience working with computer systems and troubleshooting

Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aviation, drone operations, or a similar real‑time monitoring role

Experience with technical or engineering record‑keeping methods and tools

Excellent decision‑making capabilities under pressure

Experience with risk assessment and mitigation

Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment

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 will be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing if conducting safety‑sensitive functions as defined by the FAA. Federal law also requires Amazon to determine an applicant’s DOT drug and/or alcohol testing history prior to hiring him/her into a position that would require them to conduct safety‑sensitive functions as defined by the FAA.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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