Manufacturing Technician

Draganfly Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity / Stock Options

Health Spending Account (HSA)

RRSP matching

Vacation & wellness days

Professional development support

Job summary

Draganfly Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Burnaby, BC to support assembly, testing, and maintenance of prototype and production RPAS. You will work with technicians to assemble sensitive electronic devices, ensuring neat and consistent workmanship.

This in-person role requires hands-on skills, adherence to build plans, and collaboration with engineering teams, with occasional travel for onsite support at events.

Qualifications

• Soldering small electronics and creating wiring harnesses.
• Knowledge of mechanical assembly techniques used in drone construction.
• Experience with common hand and power tools.
• Basic troubleshooting experience with software on electronic devices.
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting radio control and data transmission devices.
• Ability to follow build plans and schematics with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electronic components in a highly organized, repeatable manner.
• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot RPAS and related equipment.
• Set up equipment to test, evaluate, and modify electronic components and assemblies.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot software and firmware for electronic components.
• Solder and assemble wiring harnesses and PCBs.
• Create and modify mechanical components using hand and power tools.
• Operate CNC machinery and 3D printers with on-site training.
• Assist with manufacturing records, maintenance documentation, and inventory control processes.
• Finish components through sanding, painting, and other processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Support the engineering team with manufacturing, testing, revisions, and product development tasks.
• Occasionally travel to provide onsite technical support at events.

Skills

Soldering small electronics and wiring

Mechanical assembly techniques

Hand and power tools usage

Software troubleshooting on electronic

Radio control and data transmission

Following build plans and schematics

Tools

CAD (Nice-to-have)

3D printers

CNC milling machines

ArduPilot / Betaflight / INAV / QGroundControl

Job description

About Draganfly:

Draganfly Inc. (the "Company") has been a recognized technology leader within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety, agriculture, aerial imaging, & more. As a leader who helped shape the industry, Draganfly's focus is on the sale of drone products and services, contract engineering & custom integration product development, and health monitoring products and services.

About The Role:

As a Manufacturing Technician at Draganfly, you will be responsible for supporting the construction, testing, and maintenance of both prototype and production RPAS. You will work independently and with other technicians to assemble sensitive electronic devices and mechanical systems, with a focus on neat, efficient, and consistent workmanship.

This is an in-person role based at our manufacturing facility in Burnaby, BC, with occasional travel required to provide onsite technical support at events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble mechanical and electronic components in a highly organized, repeatable manner
• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot RPAS and related equipment
• Set up equipment to test, evaluate, and modify electronic components and assemblies
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot software and firmware for electronic components
• Solder and assemble wiring harnesses and PCBs
• Create and modify mechanical components using hand and power tools
• Operate CNC machinery and 3D printers, with on-site training provided as needed
• Assist with manufacturing records, maintenance documentation, and inventory control processes
• Finish components through sanding, painting, and other processes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Support the engineering team with manufacturing, testing, revisions, and product development tasks as required
• Occasionally travel to provide onsite technical support at events

Who are you really?

• You are hands-on, detail-oriented, and take pride in clean, consistent, and high-quality work
• You are comfortable working with sensitive electronic devices, mechanical assemblies, and prototype systems
• You can follow build plans, schematics, and technical instructions with a high level of accuracy
• You are organized, dependable, and able to work independently while also collaborating well with technicians and engineering teams
• You enjoy troubleshooting, problem-solving, and learning new tools, systems, and manufacturing processes
• You maintain a strong awareness of safety and cleanliness in a workshop environment

Qualifications:

• Skilled at soldering small electronics and creating wiring harnesses
• Knowledge of common mechanical assembly techniques used in drone construction, including threaded fasteners, adhesives, and related methods
• Experience using common hand and power tools, including bench and portable versions
• Basic troubleshooting experience with software on electronic devices, including drivers and communication protocols
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting radio control and data transmission devices
• Able to follow build plans and schematics with a high degree of attention to detail

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with computer-aided design software
• Transport Canada Basic or Advanced drone pilot certification, ROC-A, FAA Part 107, or similar certifications
• Experience with software packages used to configure and operate RPAS, such as ArduPilot, BetaFlight, INAV, or QGroundControl
• Experience using and maintaining 3D printers, including FDM or SLA, and CNC milling equipment

Compensation package:

• Competitive salary: $58,000 - $72,000 annually,
• Equity / Stock Options: Participation in the company's stock option plan, providing long-term ownership and alignment with company growth.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including a Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Matching RRSP program to support long-term financial planning.
• Generous time-off program, including vacation, wellness days, and the full week off between Christmas and New Year's.
• Professional development support, including role-related training and certifications where applicable.

Why Join Us?

At Draganfly Innovations, you'll join a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. We're in an exciting growth phase, scaling our technologies, product lines, and teams as we continue to shape the future of UAV innovation. Joining us now means becoming part of a company with deep roots in the industry - and bold ambitions for what comes next.

You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work on diverse and cutting-edge projects, and grow your skills alongside passionate experts. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Here, you won't just join a company - you'll help build what comes next.

As part of our hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete reference checks and a criminal background check.