Lab Generalist

Wing; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wing is seeking a Lab Generalist to join our Wing Engineering Labs team in Palo Alto, onsite. You will support prototype builds, board bring‑up, lab inventory, and electromechanical rework including fine‑pitch soldering and wire harness fabrication.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in hardware engineering or prototyping, an Associate degree in Electronics or related field, and hands‑on PCB soldering and safety proficiency. Join a fast‑moving, safety‑driven lab at Wing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a hardware engineering, electronics lab, or prototype environment.
• Associate degree or equivalent practical experience in electronics.
• Hands‑on PCB soldering and rework experience with SMT/BGA components.
• Familiarity with lab safety protocols, ESD prevention and 5S housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble prototype devices and sub‑assemblies for builds.
• Modify and rework PCBs, including fine‑pitch soldering and BGA work.
• Fabricate and modify custom cable assemblies and wiring harnesses.
• Maintain lab benches, safety gear, tools, and calibration schedules.
• Procure lab consumables and track hardware to ensure operations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to follow procedures safely.

Skills

Hardware engineering experience

Ability to read instructions

5S/Housekeeping

ESD awareness

Reading wiring diagrams

Education

Associate degree in Electronics / Electrical Technology

Relevant trade certification or equivalent

Tools

Multimeters

DC power supplies

ECAD/schematic viewers

Fine‑pitch SMT rework tools

Wire harness fabrication tools

Job description

About Wing

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About Wing

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About the Role

Wing is looking for a Lab Generalist to join our Wing Engineering Labs team. This role is onsite based in Palo Alto, CA. As a member of the Wing Lab team, you will provide critical hands‑on operational and technical support to Wing’s Hardware Engineering teams. In this role, you will assist with prototype builds, board bring‑up, lab inventory organization, and electromechanical rework including fine‑pitch soldering, BGA rework, and wire harness fabrication. We are looking for an adaptive, detail‑oriented individual eager to solve problems, support cutting‑edge drone development, and maintain high standards of lab safety and organization.

What You’ll Do

• Assemble and disassemble prototype devices and electromechanical sub‑assemblies in support of hardware engineering builds.
• Perform board‑level modifications and rework on prototype printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), including fine‑pitch soldering, SMT, and BGA components.
• Fabricate and modify custom cable assemblies and wiring harnesses according to engineering schematics.
• Maintain and organize laboratory workbenches, calibration schedules, safety equipment, tools, and shared workstations.
• Procure and track consumable lab supplies, hardware stock, electronic components, and tools to ensure uninterrupted lab operations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to execute assigned tasks efficiently under established lab procedures and safety protocols.

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years in a hardware engineering, electronics lab, or technical prototyping environment (including relevant vocational training, military, or internship experience).
• Associate degree in Electronics / Electrical Technology, relevant trade certification, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands‑on experience with PCB soldering, fine‑pitch SMT component rework, and wire harness assembly.
• Demonstrated understanding of standard laboratory safety protocols, ESD prevention, and 5S/housekeeping practices.
• Ability to read and follow technical assembly instructions, wiring diagrams, and rework procedures under direction.
• Basic familiarity with electronic test equipment (e.g., multimeters, DC power supplies) and ECAD/schematic viewers.

Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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