Drone Assembly Technician

SAIC; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an entry-level Drone Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team in North Charleston, SC. You will assemble UAV airframes, mounts, propulsion components, and camera payloads, following provided specifications and quality standards.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues during assembly, maintain accurate process records, and support digital documentation, traceability, and inventory coordination.

Qualifications

• Basic technical aptitude for mechanical assembly and testing.
• Willingness to learn drone technology and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble UAV components and airframes according to specs.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues during assembly.
• Document assembly processes and maintain traceability.
• Uphold safety, quality standards, and ES D environment.

Job description

SAIC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Drone Assembly Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, testing, and troubleshooting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to ensure they meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in drone technology and possess basic technical skills.

Job Duties:

• Mechanical & Airframe Building: Assemble UAV components and systems according to provided specifications including airframes, mechanical mounts, mechanisms, propulsion components, and camera/payload assemblies.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Baseline electrical diagnosis, address mechanical issues during the assembly process, and adhere to structural tolerances IAW drawing/work instructions. Be able to interpret engineering schematics or drawings to be able to help troubleshoot issues that may arise.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of assembly processes. Support manufacturing documentation, component traceability, and inventory coordination. Ability to work in a digital manufacturing tracking enterprise.
• Safety & Quality Compliance: Maintain a safe and organized manufacturing environment (FOD-free work area) while adhering to established safety guidelines, quality standards, and approved work instructions. Identify nonconforming components, assembly defects, and potential safety concerns. Comfortable/confidence working around electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive hardware.