Lab Support Engineer

Wing; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Wing is seeking a Hardware Lab Support Engineer in Palo Alto, CA, to join the Engineering Labs team. You will fabricate, assemble, and maintain prototype aircraft components and test fixtures, partnering with hardware engineers to ensure fast, high-quality builds in a hands-on environment.

Applicants should have 3+ years in hardware lab settings, hands-on fabrication experience, and a solid understanding of safety practices and reading engineering drawings. This role is onsite only.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in a hardware engineering lab or prototyping environment.
• Hands-on experience with manual fabrication equipment and precision measuring tools.
• Knowledge of lab safety practices and equipment maintenance standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble prototype aircraft subsystems and test fixtures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models to plan builds.
• Set up and operate CNC shop equipment to fabricate parts.
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, height gauges.
• Procure and maintain lab inventory and safety supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized lab environment following 5S standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support build requests and test campaigns.

Skills

3 years hardware lab experience

Hands-on fabrication

Read engineering drawings

Safety and lab protocols

Education

Associate degree

Technical certification (Machining/Manufacturing Technology)

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Drill presses

Calipers

Micrometers

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 the Role:

Wing is looking for a Hardware Lab Support Engineer to join our Wing Engineering Labs team. This role is onsite based in Palo Alto, CA.

As a Hardware Lab Support Engineer at Wing, you will provide hands-on fabrication, assembly, and operational support across our engineering prototyping labs. In this role, you will work closely with hardware engineers and senior machinists to fabricate test fixtures, assemble prototype aircraft components, and maintain a safe, highly functional lab environment. We are looking for an adaptive, detail-oriented builder who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced prototyping environment and takes pride in high-quality hardware execution.

What You’ll Do:

• Assemble and disassemble prototype aircraft subsystems, electromechanical assemblies, and test fixtures according to engineering schematics and build instructions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, blueprints, and assembly procedures to plan and execute component builds.
• Set up and operate manual and basic CNC shop equipment—including lathes, mills, drill presses, band saws, shears, and press brakes—to fabricate rapid prototype parts and fixtures.
• Inspect and verify dimensions of fabricated parts and assemblies using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Procure and maintain lab inventory, including raw materials, consumables, hardware stock, specialized tools, and safety supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workshop environment by upholding lab safety protocols, 5S standards, and standard equipment maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional hardware, test, and flight operations teams to support urgent build requests and scheduled test campaigns.

What You’ll Need:

• 3 years of relevant experience in a hardware engineering lab, machine shop, model shop, or prototyping environment.
• Associate degree, technical certification (e.g., Machining/Manufacturing Technology), Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Hands-on experience with manual fabrication equipment (mills, lathes, drill presses, saws) and precision hand measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Experience performing mechanical and electromechanical assembly and disassembly.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lab safety practices, hazardous material handling, and equipment maintenance standards.

Salary Range

$133,000 – $141,000 USD

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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