Lead Technician, Roadrunner

Anduril; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing during training

Transportation during training

Job summary

Slope is seeking an experienced Lead Technician to oversee and coordinate the fabrication, assembly, and testing of complex electro-mechanical and avionics systems. Responsibilities include leading a team, ensuring quality, and collaborating with engineering and production teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in aircraft or automotive environments and must be a U.S. citizen. The position requires relocation to Costa Mesa for training, with housing and transportation provided.

Qualifications

• Broad experience with aircraft, automotive, or similar fabrication and assembly.
• Proficient with hand tools and standard computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team in fabrication and assembly processes.
• Supervise airframe construction techniques and quality standards.
• Coordinate validation and testing of electronic components.

Skills

Team leadership

Technical guidance

Quality standards adherence

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Network analyzers

Light power tools

Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Technician to oversee and coordinate the technical fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing of complex electro-mechanical and avionics systems. The ideal candidate will provide technical guidance, ensure quality standards, and collaborate closely with engineering and production teams in a fast-paced environment. This role requires candidates to relocate to Costa Mesa for a 3-month training program. Housing, transportation, etc. will be provided during your stay.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead and mentor a team of technicians in aircraft, automotive, or similar fabrication and assembly processes, including structural fabrication, mechanical integration, composites fabrication, and avionics build/integration/test.
• Supervise and participate in airframe construction techniques such as riveting, use of mechanical fasteners, nut plates, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Oversee mechanical assembly of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, high-quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and component fabrication including hand soldering.
• Coordinate and perform validation and testing of electronic components using equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks.
• Review and verify wiring diagrams and assembly instructions to ensure accurate build and integration.
• Manage workflow in a dynamic environment, rapidly adjusting roles and responsibilities to meet production priorities and deadlines.
• Facilitate effective verbal and written communication between technicians, engineering, and production teams to resolve technical challenges and improve processes.
• Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues discovered during functional checkouts and tests.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated broad experience with aircraft, automotive, or similar fabrication, assembly, and operation including both structural and electronic systems.
• Proficient with hand tools, light power tools, and standard computer applications (web browsers, word processing).
• Working knowledge of electrical components and ability to read wiring diagrams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with validation, testing, and mechanical assembly of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• U.S. Citizen Required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior hands-on experience building kits, models, or similar product lines.
• Experience programming integrated digital systems by loading firmware.
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or equivalent training.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience in piece-part fabrication such as sheet metal work (waterjet, press brake) and subtractive manufacturing (machining).