Prototyping Engineer

Arxlight

Oakland (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Arxlight in Oakland, CA is seeking a Prototyping Engineer to advance hardware prototypes for intelligent UAS systems. You will operate at the intersection of software, hardware, and autonomy to build robust, high-performance vehicles for real-world testing.

You will assemble, test, and rework assemblies and subassemblies, applying hand tools, soldering, and wiring harness techniques. The role favors hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with hand tools.
  • Experience with wire harnesses and connectors.
  • Experience with soldering and basic electronics assembly.

Responsibilities

  • Build assemblies and full vehicles for prototypes
  • Rework vehicles and subassemblies

Skills

Hand tools
Wire harnesses and connectors
Soldering and electronics assembly
Comfortable in fast-paced environment

Tools

3D printers
CNC tools
DMM
Power supply

Job description

Company Overview
We are a rapidly growing technology startup focused on delivering next-generation drones for security and safety applications. Our company vertically integrates hardware and software to create leading edge capabilities in the UAV space, with a focus on saving lives.

We are seeking a Prototyping Engineer to help prototype hardware that powers intelligent robotic UAS systems operating in real-world environments. In this role, you will work at the intersection of software, hardware, and autonomy—building robust, high-performance systems that integrate perception, planning, control, and communication.

Responsibilities
  • Build assemblies and full vehicles for prototypes
  • Rework vehicles and subassemblies
Required Qualifications
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with hand tools
  • Experience with wire harnesses and connectors
  • Experience with soldering and basic electronics assembly
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with 3D printers
  • Experience with CNC tools
  • Experience with basic troubleshooting tools (DMM, power supply)
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