Flight Safety and Training Officer, Amazon Prime Air (Drones)

• Current Part 61 license
• Current Part 107 license
• Adhere to the DOT Drug and Alcohol policy
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a safety-critical role within the aviation industry or another regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Flight Safety, WHS, and Flight Operations regulations and procedures.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective training programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in relevant software applications.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally.

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
(https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).

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!

Prime Air is seeking a highly motivated and safety-conscious Flight Safety and Training Officer (STO) to join our dynamic team. As the local safety and flight operations expert, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and compliant operation of our drone delivery fleet.

Key job responsibilities

• Support development and implement comprehensive training programs for pilots, ground crew, and other personnel related to flight safety, workplace health & safety (WHS), and flight operations.
• Conduct regular evaluations of pilots, ground crew, and operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and procedures.
• Oversee all aspects of flight safety at Prime Air delivery sites, including risk assessment, incident investigation, and corrective action development.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for frontline regulatory partners during inspections and visits.
• Analyze flight data and safety metrics to identify trends and potential risks, and report findings to senior leadership.
• Conduct routine audits of flight operations, WHS site safety, and compliance, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Stay informed about and comply with all applicable Flight Safety, WHS, and Flight Operations regulations and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with all levels of the organization to promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.

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. 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.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Tolleson, AZ, USA

• Bachelor's degree in aviation, engineering, safety, or a related field preferred.

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