UAV Electrical Technician – Final Assembly & Test

Convective; Sausalito (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Comprehensive health coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Unlimited PTO

Career development

Job summary

Seneca is building cutting‑edge drone and sensor technology for wildfire suppression, aiming to eliminate wildfire risk across 500 million acres of high‑risk U.S. + allied territory.

The company backs this mission with strong investor support and a focus on safety and quality in production. The Electrical Technician will perform final assembly, wiring, and functional testing of complex UAV systems, ensuring adherence to ESD and safety protocols while collaborating with engineering on DFx

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical/electromechanical assembly, preferably UAV/robotics/aerospace
• Demonstrated experience with UAV or robotics platforms (build, integration, test)
• Proficiency in soldering (through‑hole and SMT rework) to industry workmanship standards
• Strong crimping and wire harness fabrication skills across multiple connector types and gauges
• Experience troubleshooting PCBs/PCBAs at the component level
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics and assembly drawings
• Working knowledge of test and assembly equipment: multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies
• Understanding of basic electrical principles (voltage, current, resistance, power distribution)
• Commitment to quality and thorough documentation
• Able to work independently and manage multiple builds/tests in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Perform final assembly of electronics including wiring harnesses, power distribution, flight controllers, motors/ESCs, sensors, and payload electronics
• Solder and rework electronic components to high workmanship standards
• Crimp and terminate connectors for power and signal wiring
• Inspect and troubleshoot PCBs and PCBAs
• Conduct functional and systems-level testing with power-on tests and calibration
• Diagnose electrical faults with meters and scopes
• Document test results, non-conformances, and deviations per quality procedures
• Collaborate with engineering on DFx issues and provide feedback from the production floor
• Maintain calibration and organization of tools and workstations
• Follow ESD-safe handling for sensitive components
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring issues
• Adhere to safety protocols, especially battery handling (LiPo/Li-ion) and high-current systems

Skills

Electrical assembly

Soldering

PCB troubleshooting

Wire harnessing

Quality documentation

Safety procedures

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Job description

Seneca is building cutting‑edge drone and sensor technology for wildfire suppression, aiming to eliminate wildfire risk across 500 million acres of high‑risk U.S. + allied territory.

The company backs this mission with strong investor support and a focus on safety and quality in production. The Electrical Technician will perform final assembly, wiring, and functional testing of complex UAV systems, ensuring adherence to ESD and safety protocols while collaborating with engineering on DFx