Flight Safety Officer, Prime Air

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We are looking for an outstanding aviation safety professional to lead the implementation of our safety management processes and drive the transformation of our safety culture across our US locations. You will educate and influence senior leadership to ensure safety principles are at the core of our commercial operations. Were looking for people who innovate and love solving hard problems! You will work hard have fun and of course make history!


As Prime Airs Aviation Safety Officer you will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the highest standards of safety across all commercial operations. This role involves developing implementing and maintaining aviation safety programs policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards. You will conduct safety audits inspections and risk assessments identifying potential hazards and recommending preventive measures. Additionally the Flight Safety Officer collaborates with various departments and personnel to promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement in safety practices.


Key job responsibilities
Ensure compliance with federal safety regulations and standards in conjunction with our commercial drone delivery program.
Work across the company to design implement and harmonize aviation safety programs.
Identify and assess safety hazards and risks.
Ensure the effective operation of the Safety Management System to ensure continued operational safety across multiple locations.
Investigate safety incidents and accidents and recommend preventive measures.
Conduct and compile results from Safety Culture surveys across Prime Air
Compile and report Flight Safety metrics to Prime Air executive leadership


- 5 years of aviation regulatory compliance experience
- Experience in problem solving and data analytics
- Experience communicating effectively with senior leadership
- Proven experience in safety program development and implementation
- Familiar with 14 CFR Part 5 and Part 135
- Proficient in common business applications and tools (e.g. MS Office Project Management tools)

- Experience in risk management and internal audit including: performing risk assessments and audits designing controls managing enterprise control frameworks and prioritizing risk
- Knowledge of project management tools
- Experience using business intelligence reporting tools such as OBIEE Business Objects Cognos Tableau MicroStrategy SSAS Cubes etc.
- Proven knowledge of aviation legislation and FAA annexes
- Experience working with the FAA Foreign DGAC and EASA including verbal and written communications

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $121400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/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 This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.