Sr. TPM, Prime Air, Amazon Prime Air

Amazon • Arlington, VA • 1h ago

Description

Prime Air is seeking a Technical Program Manager to drive the development and implementation of critical infrastructure and robotics programs that enable drone delivery at scale. This role sits at the intersection of hardware engineering, robotics, and logistics infrastructure, directly impacting Prime Air's ability to expand its delivery network. The TPM will own end-to-end program execution across multiple complex workstreams, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support Prime Air's rapid growth.

Key job responsibilities

Robotics & AGVs

Lead the technical program for robotic drone movement solutions within the PADDC, including automated systems for moving drones through preparation, loading, and launch sequences

Drive the AGV (Autonomous Ground Vehicle) program for transporting packages from pack operations to the PADDC

Coordinate with Amazon Robotics, hardware engineering, and operations teams to implement and integrate robotic solutions

Manage technical dependencies, safety validations, and deployment readiness across robotics workstreams

New Deployment Models

Own the program execution for deploying the Prime Air system in configurations that differ from standard FC deployments, including mobile and trailer-based infrastructure options

Drive the end-to-end technical program from design through deployment, coordinating across mechanical engineering, electrical systems, regulatory, and operations teams

Manage deployment schedules, site readiness criteria, and integration requirements to ensure repeatable, scalable deployment solutions

Identify and resolve technical blockers, driving trade-off decisions to maintain program velocity

Prime Air Lockers (PALs)

Lead the technical program for the design, development, and deployment of Prime Air Lockers - purpose-built locker systems that accept Prime Air drone deliveries

Drive cross-functional coordination across hardware engineering, software, operations, and design teams to deliver a seamless locker experience

Manage program timelines, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder communications from concept through production deployment

Partner with product and engineering to define technical requirements and ensure delivery meets performance, safety, and customer experience standards

Additional Responsibilities

Support emerging Prime Air infrastructure initiatives as assigned

Contribute to organizational program management best practices and standards

Drive continuous improvement in program execution processes

Basic Qualifications

5+ years of technical product or program management experience

7+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience

5+ years of technical program management working directly with software engineering teams experience

Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, along with risk and critical path management experience

Experience managing projects across cross functional teams, building sustainable processes and coordinating release schedules

Experience defining KPI's/SLA's used to drive multi-million dollar businesses and reporting to senior leadership

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

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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, VA, Arlington - 148,700.00 - 201,200.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 148,700.00 - 201,200.00 USD annually

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