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Prime Air Ops Manager , Amazon Prime Air

Amazon$105K — $142K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in staffing lifecycle management including hiring and performance assessments
  • Proven leadership experience in managing teams and developing talent
  • Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as operations or logistics
  • Ability to travel locally up to 25% of the time
  • Experience managing operations in manufacturing or logistics environments
  • Demonstrated skills in analyzing KPIs and applying Lean methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the end-to-end operations at the drone delivery hub
  • Manage fulfillment center operations including inbound and outbound logistics
  • Oversee drone maintenance and spare parts management
  • Supervise on-site managers and personnel
  • Collaborate with customer support and technical teams to enhance delivery experiences
  • Drive operational efficiency and support compliance with regulatory standards
  • Involve in training and developer roles for staff as drone operators

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Access to mental health and wellness support programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement options
  • Opportunity for stock options and sign-on bonuses
Full Job Description
Key job responsibilities

Prime Air is seeking an experienced Drone Operations Manager to own the end-to-end operation at our drone delivery hubs. This person will act as the leader of the Prime Air commercial operations center. In that capacity, they will manage all aspects of the commercial ops, including our fulfillment center (outbound/ inbound), drone maintenance and spare parts, and flight operations. They will act as the senior leader on site and have direct responsibility over managers and employees on site. They will partner with Prime Air customer-facing teams (customer support, marketing, PR) to provide the best ultra-fast delivery experience, and with technical and support functions (Training and Compliance, Product, Engineering, IT, Facilities, Finance, HR, Supply Chain) to drive a highly efficient operation and ultimately have direct impact on Prime Air's S-team goal of delivering packages to customers via drone.

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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. Federal law requires Amazon to determine an applicant's history of Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and/or alcohol violations(s) or refusal(s) to test before hiring him/her into a safety-sensitive position, if applicable

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, and terminations

- Experience in a people management or leadership role which includes coaching and developing others

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

- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of operations

- Can travel to local sites up to 25% of the time

- Can work in an environment where the noise level varies and is subject to variable temperatures and weather conditions, including working outside in outdoor temperatures and refrigerated environments

- Direct management experience, including leading in a manufacturing, production, distribution, or logistics environment.

- Demonstrated success analyzing performance metrics, implementing process improvements, and applying Lean methodologies.

- Ability to navigate changing priorities and utilize judgment in demanding situations.

- Ability to train as a drone operator and adhere to standards.

- Ability to carry/lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Prior experience in the drone/aerospace industry.

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. 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Beaumont - 105,500.00 - 142,700.00 USD annually

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