Final Assembly Technician

Redwire Defense Tech

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 65,904,000 - 85,962,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)
Paid PTO
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Group Short-Term Disability
HSA/FSA options
Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech in Huntsville, AL is hiring a Final Assembly Technician to perform final assembly and test functions on UAVs/UAS and related ground stations. You will work from engineering and production docs to assemble structures and subassemblies, operate precision equipment, and support engineering with technical issues.

The role demands strong attention to detail, the ability to read complex drawings and BOMs, and effective communication with teams.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 3+ years of assembly experience with small mechanical/electrical systems in production.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions, diagrams, blueprints and BOMs.
  • Detail-oriented with strong teamwork.
  • Proficient with Windows PC word processing/spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

  • Follows shop safety requirements and policies.
  • Completes production documentation accurately.
  • Assembles UAV/UAS structures and subassemblies (fuselages, wings, ground stations).
  • Operates precision measuring/test equipment.
  • Communicates challenges with leadership and engineering.
  • Maintains a clean, orderly workstation and production area.
  • Suggests improvements to management and engineering.
  • Inspects components per specifications for airworthiness; recommends repairs or replacements.
  • Supports problem solving for technical issues.

Skills

Mechanical assembly
Electrical assembly
Reading blueprints
Written & verbal communication
Team player
Windows PC skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools
Precision measuring equipment

Job description

WORK LOCATION:

Huntsville, AL

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE:

The anticipated salary range for this role is $23 to $30 per hour. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographical location, and internal alignment.

SUMMARY

The Final Assembly Technician performs final assembly and test functions on our Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s) and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS’s). The role of Final Assembly Technician is a highly technical, hands-on role assembling aircraft, support equipment, and ground station communications per engineering and production documentation. Additionally, the Final Assembly Technician is key in supporting technical issues that arise with the support of Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.

  • Follows shop safety requirements and other relevant policies
  • Completes production documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Assembles UAV/UAS aircraft structures and subassemblies such as fuselages, wings, ground stations, and support kits
  • Operates precision measuring and test equipment
  • Communicates challenges with leadership and engineering
  • Maintains a clean and orderly workstation and production environment
  • Provides recommendations for improvement to management and engineering
  • Inspect UAV or UAV/UAS aircraft components per engineering and production documentation and checks for damage, defects, corrosion, or other wear and tear to ensure airworthiness
  • Recommends and perform replacement, repair, or modification of aircraft equipment based on inspection of returned aircraft
  • Supports problem solving activities for technical issues
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3+ years of assembly of small complex mechanical and electrical systems using hand tools in a production environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions, engineering assembly drawings, diagrams, blueprints, and bills of materials.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced performance driven environment where quality is critical
  • Computer (Windows PC) competency in word processing and spreadsheets
  • High attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment
  • Technically minded solving problems with equipment
REDWIRE DEFENSE TECH BENEFITS
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Paid PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA and FSA Options
  • Critical Care Plan
  • Accident Care Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status under the ITAR and the EAR.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment may involve a standard office setting while also incorporating elements of a production area. Employees will use standard office equipment, including computers, and must demonstrate stamina to sit or stand while maintaining attention to detail despite potential interruptions. The role may require occasional activities such as walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and bending. Vision is necessary for reading printed materials and a computer screen, while hearing and speech are essential for effective communication both in person and over the telephone. Additionally, the position may necessitate travel by air or automobile. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats, to ensure safety in the production environment. Employees may be able to lift up to 30 pounds as needed.

REDWIRE DEFENSE TECH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Redwire Defense Tech is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources. Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.

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