Senior Systems Engineer, Prime Air, Prime Air - Drone Delivery
Job ID: 3050373 | Amazon.com Services LLC
Overview
Prime Air - Amazon's Ultra-fast Drone Delivery Service seeks a Senior Interdisciplinary Systems Engineer. As a Senior Systems Engineer for Prime Air, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing the future of delivery through autonomous drone technology. This role leads the technical development of a sophisticated system that delivers packages to customers in 30 minutes or less using advanced unmanned aerial vehicles. You will work across international markets and multiple locations to shape the future of ultra-fast delivery that is sustainable and transformative. You will drive engineering excellence to expand Prime Air's capabilities across the drone system, ground infrastructure, and customer experience platforms, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure the autonomous delivery system meets safety standards while delivering rapid delivery times. You will develop and validate the systems that enable seamless autonomous delivery from launch through successful package delivery as Prime Air scales internationally and integrates into Amazon’s broader delivery network.
Responsibilities

Lead and execute systems engineering processes across the full product development lifecycle from concept through launch and operations
Drive technical reviews and decision-making across multiple development phases including Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, and Integration Readiness Review
Evaluate, develop and deliver solutions for complex interdisciplinary system design problems
Lead cross-functional collaborations to ensure integration across diverse teams including drone systems, ground operations, regulatory compliance, and customer experience
Derive and validate system requirements, acceptance criteria, and performance specifications
Conduct technical risk assessments and failure mode identification
Lead design reviews to evaluate technical options and identify gaps in requirements or designs
Document and communicate product development decisions to enable reuse across teams

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
Experience in systems engineering for complex aerospace, autonomous systems, or integrated technical products
Demonstrated expertise in requirements engineering, system architecture, and interface management
Strong understanding of systems engineering V-model and product development processes
Experience leading technical reviews and driving decisions across multiple engineering teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Systems Engineering or related field
Experience with aerospace products, drone or autonomous aircraft systems
Knowledge of software and hardware certification processes
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for aerospace, defense or unmanned aircraft systems
Track record of successful product launches in technology, aerospace/aviation

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits .
This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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