Drone Manufacturing Tech: Prototyping, Testing & Assembly

Draganfly Inc.

Merrifield (MN)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 70,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Salary 58k–70k USD
Health coverage reimbursement
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development support

Job summary

Draganfly Inc. is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support assembly, testing, and maintenance of prototype and production small UAVs at our Merrifield facility.

You will work independently and with technicians to ensure neat, efficient workmanship on sensitive electronic and mechanical systems. The role focuses on soldering, wiring, assembly, calibration, and troubleshooting of sUAS, with onsite travel for events and technical support.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED with hands-on skills; post-secondary education not required.
  • Soldering small electronics and wiring harnesses for sUAS.
  • Experience with basic mechanical assembly and use of hand/power tools.
  • Familiarity with radio control/data transmission devices and drivers.
  • Able to follow build plans and schematics with high attention to detail.
  • US Person status for ITAR-controlled work.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble mechanical/electronic components accurately and repeatably.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and test sUAS and related gear.
  • Set up equipment to evaluate and modify electronic assemblies.
  • Install and configure software/firmware for components.
  • Fabricate parts with CNC, thermoforming, and 3D printing.
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspace and records.

Skills

Soldering
Wiring harnesses
Mechanical assembly
Hand tools
Power tools
Electronics troubleshooting
CNC/machining basics
Ability to follow schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software
ArduPilot
BetaFlight
QGroundControl
3D printers (FDM/SLA)
CNC machinery

Job description

Draganfly Inc. is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support assembly, testing, and maintenance of prototype and production small UAVs at our Merrifield facility.

You will work independently and with technicians to ensure neat, efficient workmanship on sensitive electronic and mechanical systems. The role focuses on soldering, wiring, assembly, calibration, and troubleshooting of sUAS, with onsite travel for events and technical support.

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