ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

LeVanta Tech; Mississippi; On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

LeVanta Tech is seeking an Engineering Technician to help build and test prototypes, performing hands-on fabrication and data analysis. This role requires independent work, creativity, and proactive problem-solving within a fast-paced startup setting at our Stennis, MS facility.

The candidate should have a BS/AS degree or trade certificate, proficiency with CAD software such as Solidworks, and experience with design, testing, and assembly of drone components. US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• BS/AS degree or trade certificate or significant hands-on technical and engineering experience.
• Preference for mechanical, ocean, aeronautical, computer science/engineering, or electrical engineering education.
• Candidates with significant training and skill sets in trade disciplines will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Engineering research, product/component design, test and data analysis.
• Hands-on fabrication of prototype drone components, drones, and testing apparatus.
• Work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment at LeVanta's facility in Stennis, MS.
• Assist in building and testing prototypes and identifying potential problems with solutions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Drone software programming

Education

BS/AS degree or trade certificate

Tools

Solidworks

3-D printing

Job description

LeVanta is building the world's first float-fly-float unmanned drone that will significantly change defense and commercial maritime operations. We're striving to protect the national interests of US and ally countries by breaking technological barriers that meet pressing operational needs. Our team of passionate professionals-including industry-leading engineers, former military operators, and other experts, are committed to creating a high value company leveraging truly disruptive UAV technology.

These cutting-edge drones provide a seamless sea-air interface, offering the ability to float indefinitely while minimizing energy consumption, and taking off to fly at high speeds on demand. Designed to address the challenges of aerial endurance and rough sea conditions, LeVanta Tech's innovative solutions serve to redefine the future of drone operations. Located at the forefront of technological advancements, LeVanta Tech is dedicated to pushing boundaries in the field of drone technology.

Role Description

The LeVanta engineering technician will help build and test prototypes, requiring extensive hands-on work. The technician will also be expected to work independently with a creative and proactive approach, identifying potential problems and offering solutions. Tasks include but are not limited to engineering research, product/component design, test and data analysis, and hands on fabrication of prototype drone components, drones, and drone testing apparatus and support infrastructure.

The start-up environment is dynamic, lean, demanding, and fast-paced. The ideal candidate is someone who can immediately contribute, deliver on planned goals, and motivate and infect others with a passion for product development. The individual hired for this position will be required to work at LeVanta's facility in Stennis, MS.

Skills & Experience Required

• Microsoft Office proficient
• Solidworks or other CAD software proficiency

Skills & Experience Preferred

• Structural design & composites work
• 3-D printing
• Electrical wiring, harness, and assembly
• Drone software programming and/or flight & piloting

Job title

Engineering Technician

Location

Stennis, MS

Years of Experience

Minimum 2 years

Job Type

Full-Time (40 hr/wk)

Reports To

CTO, Johnny Doo

Travel Required

Minimal

Annual Salary

$25/hour

Other Requirements

US Citizenship

Education Required

BS/AS degree or trade school certificate or significant hands-on technical and engineering experience. Preference for educational experience in mechanical, ocean, aeronautical, computer science/engineering, or electrical engineering, or closely related field. Candidates with significant training and skill sets in trade disciplines will also be considered.