Drone Technician (Jacksonville, Florida)

Apellix; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Paid healthcare with Telehealth

Job summary

Apellix in Jacksonville, FL seeks a hands-on Drone Technician to assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair our drone platforms—from initial build to real-world deployment. You will collaborate with software, mechanical, and production teams to deliver safe, production-ready systems that perform in demanding environments.

The role requires FAA Part 107 (or ability to obtain), experience with electromechanical systems, soldering, and strong documentation habits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building, repairing or maintaining electromechanical systems (drones, robotics, avionics).
• Ability to solder, wire, and follow technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure, and maintain Apellix drone platforms.
• Inspect, calibrate, and test drone components and onboard systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware, electrical, and system-level issues during build, test, and field use.

Skills

Hands-on electromechanical systems

Soldering and wiring

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Safety-first mindset

Education

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Tools

Soldering irons

Multimeter

Hand tools

Job description

Apellix builds semi-autonomous drones that take people out of harm's way. Our aircraft power wash, soft wash, spray paint, apply coatings, and perform NDT inspections at height — work that used to require ropes, scaffolding, and lifts. Our patented flight control software automates precision positioning and standoff control, refined over a decade of use by operators, and our drones are 100% U.S.-made, NDAA-compliant, U.S. Army certified, and deployed in 21 countries. We're a small team doing hands-on work that matters, and we're growing.

Drone Technician

Company: Apellix

Location: Jacksonville, FL — On-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Production Director

About Apellix

Apellix builds semi-autonomous drones that take people out of harm's way. Our aircraft power wash, soft wash, spray paint, apply coatings, and perform NDT inspections at height — work that used to require ropes, scaffolding, and lifts. Our patented flight control software automates precision positioning and standoff control, refined over a decade of use by operators, and our drones are 100% U.S.-made, NDAA-compliant, U.S. Army certified, and deployed in 21 countries. We're a small team doing hands-on work that matters, and we're growing.

About the Role

As a Drone Technician, you'll work hands-on with Apellix drone platforms (B2, Blue, SPD, and SPD Blue) from initial assembly through real-world deployment. You'll build, test, troubleshoot, and repair the aircraft our customers depend on, working closely with our software, mechanical, and production teams to deliver production-ready systems that perform in demanding environments. This role is critical to making sure every drone that leaves our facility meets a high bar for safety, reliability, and customer confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure, and maintain Apellix drone platforms
• Inspect, calibrate, and functionally test drone components, sensors, and onboard systems
• Troubleshoot hardware, electrical, and system-level issues during build, test, and field use
• Support flight testing, production validation flights, and quality control testing
• Diagnose and repair drones returning from the field, documenting root causes and corrective actions
• Contribute to SOPs, checklists, and documentation that make production repeatable and scalable
• Cross-train across assembly, testing, and flight operations, and take ownership of your tools and workspace

Required Qualifications

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire
• Hands-on experience building, repairing, or maintaining electromechanical systems (drones, RC aircraft, robotics, avionics, or similar)
• Comfort with soldering, wiring, hand tools, and following technical documentation
• A systematic approach to troubleshooting and clear written documentation habits
• Attention to detail and a safety-first mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Drone piloting or flight test experience
• Manufacturing, production, or QA/QC background
• Experience supporting field operations or customer-facing demos

Where This Role Can Go

Technicians who excel here grow into technical authorities on our platforms — owning build standards and test protocols, mentoring newer teammates, and representing Apellix at customer demos, enterprise deployments, and government projects.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build and ship real robotics
• 401(k) and company contributions
• Paid healthcare with Telehealth and counseling