UAS Aircraft Assembly Technician - Hands-On Builder

Nokturnal AI; Florida; On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Three weeks vacation

401K with 5% contribution

Educational assistance

Job summary

Nokturnal AI in Florida is seeking a hands-on Aircraft Assembly Technician / Builder to support the production and integration of unmanned aircraft systems. This role involves assembling airframes, installing components, and ensuring build quality meets engineering and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will work onsite in a fast-paced startup environment, reading basic drawings, using hand tools, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to meet build timelines.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of hands-on assembly, mechanical, or fabrication experience (aerospace, automotive, robotics, or similar preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings or instructions
• Experience using hand tools, drills, fasteners, and measuring tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup-style environment
• Strong work ethic and reliability

Responsibilities

• Assemble unmanned aircraft systems and subcomponents according to engineering drawings and specifications
• Perform mechanical assembly including airframes, mounts, and structural components
• Assist with installation of electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and avionics components
• Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively
• Conduct basic inspections and quality checks throughout the build process
• Troubleshoot minor assembly issues and escalate complex problems to engineering or leadership
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support inventory tracking and material handling as needed
• Collaborate with engineering, integration, and production teams to meet build timelines

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading technical drawings

Manual dexterity

Tools

Hand tools

Drills

Measuring tools

Job description

Nokturnal AI in Florida is seeking a hands-on Aircraft Assembly Technician / Builder to support the production and integration of unmanned aircraft systems. This role involves assembling airframes, installing components, and ensuring build quality meets engineering and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will work onsite in a fast-paced startup environment, reading basic drawings, using hand tools, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to meet build timelines.