Manufacturing Technician

Draganfly Innovations; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in drone technology is looking for a Manufacturing Technician in Burnaby. In this role, you will focus on the assembly, testing, and improvement of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS). The ideal candidate will possess strong soldering skills and a solid understanding of mechanical assembly techniques. Joining this innovative team provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to exciting projects and influence product designs.

Qualifications

• Proficient in soldering fine-pitch electronics.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly techniques for drones.
• Competent with CAD software for layout tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electronic components systematically.
• Troubleshoot RPAS platforms and support equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workshop environment.

Skills

Soldering

Mechanical Assembly

Troubleshooting

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Detail-oriented

Tools

3D Printers

CNC Machinery

Job description

As a Manufacturing Technician at Draganfly you will be directly responsible for the assembly testing and maintenance of both prototype and production-class Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS). Your primary focus will be the precise integration of electronic subsystems wire harnesses PCBAs and mechanical components in accordance with established build documentation and quality standards.

This role requires proficiency in soldering crimping torque specification adherence and mechanical fastener installation. You will work both independently and as part of a team to ensure repeatable clean and efficient system builds.

You will collaborate with engineering to validate prototypes troubleshoot functional issues and implement design revisions. Your input will be essential in refining mechanical layouts and improving manufacturability across product iterations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electronic components in a consistent organized and repeatable manner
• Maintain operate and troubleshoot RPAS platforms and supporting equipment
• Communicate with external vendors to source raw materials and components
• Set up and operate equipment to test evaluate and modify electronic assemblies
• Install configure and troubleshoot software and firmware for embedded systems
• Operate CNC machinery and 3D printers (on-site training provided)
• Fabricate and modify mechanical components using hand and power tools
• Solder and assemble wiring harnesses and printed circuit boards (PCBs)
• Support record-keeping for manufacturing maintenance and inventory control
• Perform component finishing tasks such as sanding painting and surface prep
• Contribute to maintaining a clean organized and efficient workshop environment
• Assist engineering team members with various technical tasks as needed
• Provide occasional on-site technical support at field events or demonstrations
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols in all workshop activities

Qualifications & Skills

• Proficient in soldering fine-pitch electronics and building custom wiring harnesses
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly techniques used in drone construction including the use of threaded fasteners adhesives and composite materials
• Skilled in the safe and effective use of common hand and power tools (both bench-top and portable)
• Competent in using computer-aided design (CAD) software for basic mechanical or layout tasks
• Able to perform basic software troubleshooting on embedded devices including driver installation and communication setup
• Working knowledge of serial communication protocols (e.g. UART I2C SPI) and related wiring practices
• Experienced in setting up configuring and troubleshooting radio control and data transmission systems
• Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately follow technical build plans schematics and documentation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods including during field testing and flight operations

Other Nice-to-Haves

• Certification such as Transport Canada Basic / Advanced Drone Pilot ROC-A FAA Part 107 or equivalent
• Experience using RPAS-related software platforms such as ArduPilot BetaFlight INAV or QGroundControl
• Familiarity with the operation and maintenance of 3D printers (FDM / SLA) and desktop CNC milling machines

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Hand Tools,Basic Math,Math,Mechanical Knowledge,Assembly Experience,Computer Literacy,Schematics,cGMP,Clamp Truck,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 57000 - 61000

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