Final Assembly Technician I

edgeautonomy-careers; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical/vision/dental insurance

Disability insurance

HSA/FSA options

Critical illness plan

Accident coverage

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a Final Assembly Technician to perform final assembly and test functions on UAVs/UAS, ensuring airworthiness and supporting engineering. You will work in a fast-paced production environment, read engineering drawings, operate precision test equipment, and document production steps while coordinating with engineering and leadership.

This role requires adherence to safety standards, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and awareness of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of assembling small complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, diagrams, blueprints, and BOMs.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, production environment where quality matters.
• Proficient with Windows PCs (word processing and spreadsheets).
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Technical problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Follow shop safety and policies.
• Complete production documentation.
• Assemble UAV/UAS structures and subassemblies.
• Operate precision measuring and test equipment.
• Communicate challenges with leadership and engineering.
• Maintain clean workstation and production area.
• Recommend improvements to management and engineering.
• Inspect components for airworthiness.
• Perform replacement, repair, or modification of aircraft equipment.
• Support problem solving of technical issues.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: Theanticipatedsalary range for this role is $27.00 to $34.00 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-onrole inassemblingaircraft, support equipment, and ground station communications.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/UASaircraftstructures 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
• Inspects UAV or UAV/UASaircraftcomponents 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 ofaircraftequipment based on inspection of returnedaircraft
• Supports problem solving activities for technical issues

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/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, andbills 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

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 50 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.