Amazon Drone Pilot Jobs in 2026: The Prime Air, Wing and Zipline Roles That Require a Part 107

Amazon drone pilot jobs are real, but most of them aren’t called “pilot.” At Amazon Prime Air, the main role that requires a Part 107 is the Flight Monitor. Walmart’s delivery partners, Wing and Zipline, use titles like sUAS Flight Operator and Fleet Commander.

We pulled every relevant posting from the companies’ official careers sites on October 1, 2026. Below you’ll find which roles require a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, what else they ask for, and what pay the postings actually list. We didn’t estimate or average anything. That matters, because pay claims about Amazon drone pilot jobs vary wildly online.

If you don’t have your certificate yet, that’s step one, since most Amazon drone pilot jobs list it. Our online Part 107 course walks you through everything the FAA tests, so you can apply with the credential these employers ask for.

Why drone delivery is hiring (the expansion numbers)

Drone delivery is growing fast, and the companies say so in their own announcements:

• Amazon Prime Air (August 19, 2026): delivering from 11 U.S. sites in 10 metro areas, with plans to reach nearly 500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026. Chicago, Syracuse, Cleveland, Atlanta and Boise are listed as launching soon.
• Walmart (May 29, 2026): more than 1 million drone deliveries, from 66 stores across four states and five metro areas, with providers including Wing and Zipline.
• Wing and Walmart (January 11, 2026): plans to add 150 more Walmart stores and reach a network of more than 270 locations in 2027.

More sites mean more crews. As a result, many of these postings are local, shift-based field roles, not desk jobs in Seattle or Silicon Valley.

Amazon drone pilot jobs: the Prime Air roles that ask for a Part 107

On October 1, 2026, Amazon’s careers site showed 166 U.S. postings with “Prime Air” in the title. Most are engineering, maintenance and management roles that don’t mention a Part 107. However, three field roles do.

We know these jobs firsthand. Numerous Drone U instructors and students have worked Amazon drone jobs for years, so the advice below comes from pilots who have done the work.

Flight Monitor (Part 107 required)

This is the closest thing to a pilot job at Prime Air. Specifically, Amazon’s posting describes real-time monitoring of drone flights, responding to deviations from planned flight paths, and making sure flights comply with regulations.

The basic qualifications include:

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Travel up to 25% of the time
• Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting

In addition, the posting says the role requires lifting up to 50 lb, standing or walking during shifts of up to 12 hours, and working any shift, including nights, weekends and holidays. It’s also subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive work.

Posted pay: We counted 24 Flight Monitor postings in 23 locations across 16 states. Most list $35.00 per hour, and a few list a range of $23–$40 per hour. According to Amazon, that figure includes base pay plus the highest available shift differential. So your actual rate may depend on the shift you pick.

Prime Air Ground Handler (Part 107 preferred)

Ground Handlers handle batteries and equipment, monitor the airspace around operations and help prepare packages. A Part 107 is listed as a preferred qualification, not a requirement. Even so, it’s an easy way to stand out, and it can set you up for a Flight Monitor role later. Most postings list $27.00 per hour, while a few list a $20–$40 range.

Safety and Compliance Officer (Part 107 within 14 days)

One posting in Etna, Ohio, requires the ability to obtain a Part 107 within the first 14 days on the job. It lists $33.50–$58.70 per hour.

In short, if you’re hunting for Amazon drone pilot jobs, search the Amazon careers site for “Flight Monitor” and “Prime Air,” not “drone pilot.” Otherwise, you’ll miss most of them.

Walmart drone delivery jobs (through Wing and Zipline)

Walmart doesn’t fly the drones itself. Instead, its delivery providers do the hiring. So if you want to work on Walmart deliveries, apply to the provider. Here’s what Wing and Zipline listed on October 1, 2026.

Wing

• sUAS Flight Operator (Durham, NC area): a 36-month fixed-term contract on Wing’s Part 135 delivery service. It requires a current Part 107. If recurrent training applies, Wing only accepts the ALC-677 course. You’ll also need an FAA First, Second or Third Class medical certificate issued within 36 months (or obtained before you start). Add 3+ years of UAS operations or university-level aviation training, plus a rotating 7-day schedule. Posted salary: $100,000.
• Flight Operations Support Coordinator (Memphis, TN): also a 36-month fixed-term contract. It asks for an active Part 107, plus scheduling and commercial drone experience. Posted range: $97,000–$121,000.
• Pilot-in-Command Manager (Durham, NC): Part 107, a medical certificate and people-management experience. Posted range: $116,000–$123,000.
• Assistant Chief Pilot (Durham, NC): Part 107, a Third Class medical or higher, and 3+ years as a PIC in Part 135 drone delivery. Posted range: $140,000–$148,000.

Notice the medical certificate. Part 107 itself doesn’t require one. Wing’s flight roles, however, do. That’s a key difference from most Amazon drone pilot jobs, which don’t list a medical.

Zipline

• Fleet Commander, Remote Pilot in Command (South San Francisco, CA): a current Part 107 and about two weeks of initial training at Zipline’s Charlotte facility. Posted range: $34–$45 per hour.
• Flight Test Operator (Amarillo, TX): Part 107 required at the time of joining, plus weekend, night and overnight shifts. Posted starting range: $30–$36 per hour.
• Visual Observer (Amarillo, TX): a Part 107 or prior drone or aviation experience is preferred.

Requirements and pay at a glance

Postings change daily, so treat this as a snapshot as of October 1, 2026. Also, pay varies by location and shift, so always read the specific posting.

What a Part 107 does (and doesn’t) get you

Here’s the honest take. A Part 107 is the entry ticket for most of these roles, but it’s rarely the only requirement. Employers also look for:

• Shift flexibility, including nights and weekends
• Physical work: lifting, standing, outdoor conditions
• A clean drug and alcohol record for DOT-regulated roles
• Prior aviation or drone experience for higher-paying roles
• An FAA medical certificate for some Wing positions

In our experience, the pilots who get hired treat the certificate as a starting point. They show up knowing airspace, weather and procedures cold, because delivery operations run on checklists and discipline. In other words, the interview is where your real knowledge shows.

How to land Amazon drone pilot jobs (and their Wing and Zipline equivalents)

1. Earn your Part 107 first. It’s required or preferred for nearly every role above. Start with our Part 107 license guide.
2. Keep it current. Wing specifically names the ALC-677 recurrent course. See our guide to renewing your Part 107 certificate.
3. Search by the right titles. Use “Flight Monitor,” “Ground Handler,” “sUAS Flight Operator,” “Fleet Commander” and “Flight Test Operator.”
4. Watch launch markets. New sites mean new local openings, especially for Amazon drone pilot jobs in cities that are about to launch. So check the companies’ expansion announcements, then their careers pages.
5. Build real flight experience. Higher-paying roles ask for years of UAS operations. Our drone pilot jobs guide covers other ways to build hours.

Finally, keep an eye on Part 108. The FAA’s proposed BVLOS rule could change how delivery crews are certified, but it’s still a proposal as of October 2026. Our Part 108 overview explains what’s proposed.

Get certified and get in line for these jobs

Every Part 107-required role above, including the Amazon drone pilot jobs, starts with passing the FAA knowledge test. Drone U has 10+ years of in-person drone training and 14+ years of online drone education, and we built our course for pilots who want to fly for a living.

Start Drone U’s Part 107 course for $147 (regularly $197). It includes on-demand video lessons, FAA-aligned quizzes (score 90%+ and you’re ready), a downloadable study guide, the private Drone U community, lifetime access and a 14-day money-back guarantee. Want to check your readiness first? Take our free Part 107 practice test.

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