Drone Assembly Technician

Auterion; Zürich; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Stock Options

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension plan

Car parking

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Mental health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Auterion is seeking a detail-oriented technician to support the assembly and testing of drones at our Zürich site. You will follow schematics, perform basic soldering and fitting, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while meeting tight deadlines.

Ideal candidates have hands-on electronics or mechanical assembly experience, can read technical diagrams, and maintain thorough test records. Join a team building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics, robotics, RC aircraft, or mechanical assembly.
• Familiarity with 3D printing and basic CAD design.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams or manuals.
• Basic soldering and wiring skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble drones and related components according to specifications and schematics
• Perform basic soldering, wiring, and mechanical fitting
• Conduct initial functionality checks and troubleshoot simple issues
• Ensure quality standards and safety protocols are met during assembly
• Maintain accurate records of assembly progress and test results

Skills

Electronics

Robotics

Mechanical assembly

RC aircraft

Soldering

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

3D printing

CAD design

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented technician to support the assembly and testing of drones. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience in electronics or mechanical assembly, with the ability to follow technical instructions and work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assemble drones and related components according to specifications and schematics
• Perform basic soldering, wiring, and mechanical fitting
• Conduct initial functionality checks and troubleshoot simple issues
• Ensure quality standards and safety protocols are met during assembly
• Maintain accurate records of assembly progress and test results

Qualifications and Skills

• Prior experience in electronics, robotics, RC aircraft, or mechanical assembly (hobbyist or professional)
• Familiarity with 3D printing and basic CAD design
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams or manuals
• Basic soldering and wiring skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving mindset
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Stock Options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Company pension plan
• Car parking
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Mental health and wellbeing support

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion, we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation, openness, and excellence, where you’ll be empowered to develop ideas, collaborate across all levels, and make an impact that matters.