Field-Ready UGV Technician: Hands-On and Field

Five and Fly; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity

Medical, dental, vision

Relocation assistance

Catered lunch

Job summary

Five and Fly in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a hands-on UGV Technician to maintain Scout off-road unmanned ground vehicles and support equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, perform repairs, fabricate parts, and support field tests to keep the fleet ready for demonstrations and deployments.

This highly practical role requires field and shop work, safety compliance, and teamwork with engineers and operators.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a mechanic or technician on off-road vehicles.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and drivetrain systems.
• Ability to diagnose issues and perform field maintenance.
• Fabrication, welding, machining and modification of components.
• Experience with electrical wiring and control systems.
• Willingness to work outdoors and travel as needed.
• Commitment to safety standards and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and inspection of Scout’s off-road unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and support equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Maintain suspension, drivetrains, braking systems, and powertrains.
• Fabricate, weld, and modify parts as required.
• Support engineers and operators during field tests, providing rapid maintenance and repair in operational environments.
• Safely transport, stage, and recover vehicles in diverse terrain and weather conditions.
• Stay current with vehicle system updates, parts requirements, and technical manuals.
• Enforce safe maintenance practices and adhere to operational and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure vehicles are prepared for demonstrations, deployments, and field trials.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Drivetrain systems

Fabrication/welding

Field maintenance

Outdoor work

Safety practices

Tools

Fabrication tools

Machining

Welding equipment

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Five and Fly in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a hands-on UGV Technician to maintain Scout off-road unmanned ground vehicles and support equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, perform repairs, fabricate parts, and support field tests to keep the fleet ready for demonstrations and deployments.

This highly practical role requires field and shop work, safety compliance, and teamwork with engineers and operators.