UAV Integration Technician

Rainmaker; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k)

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Lunch provided

EV charging

Job summary

Rainmaker is pioneering a modern cloud seeding system and builds UAS platforms for field deployment. The Production team designs, assembles, and tests aircraft, integrates payloads, and ensures reliable operation in challenging environments.

Join a fast-paced, innovative environment where your hands-on skills in mechanical assembly, electrical integration, and quality control directly contribute to mission success and scalable production.

Qualifications

• 2–6+ years hands-on UAV/aerospace/robotics experience
• Strong mechanical assembly and electrical integration
• Ability to read drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Experience troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems
• Willingness to travel and support field operations
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and follow safety procedures
• Attention to detail and craftsmanship
• Able to work independently and take ownership
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test UAVs
• Perform harness integration and electrical assemblies
• Support field operations and maintenance protocols
• Perform quality control on incoming materials and finished assemblies
• Support production scaling and process improvement

Job description

Rainmaker is pioneering a modern cloud seeding system to solve water scarcity and inclement weather problems. We develop and incorporate radar validation, weather-resistant UAS, numerical weather modeling, and sustainable cloud seeds into an effective precipitation enhancement solution.

The Production team at Rainmaker builds our UAS platforms, assembles dispersion payloads, and integrates in-situ/remote sensing systems into every vehicle we deliver. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast-paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and ensures mission success in the field, this is a fantastic opportunity.

What You\'ll Do

• Assemble and perform tests on UAVs

• Perform harness integration and electrical assemblies

• Support field operations and maintenance protocols

• Perform quality control on incoming materials and finished assemblies

• Support production scaling and process improvement

Required Qualifications

• 2–6+ years of hands-on experience in UAV, aerospace, robotics, integration and full-scale manufacturing

• Strong experience with mechanical assembly and electrical integration

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics

• Experience troubleshooting complex systems (mechanical and electrical)

• Willingness to travel and support field operations and flight testing

• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship

• Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks

• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly

• Familiarity with basic shop safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in MIG and TIG welding

• Familiarity with the use of 3D printers

• Familiarity with the use of torque drivers, power supplies, multimeters, etc.

• Experience machining on 3 and 5 axis machines

• Part 107 certification

Compensation

30 - 35 USD plus Over-Time and equity

Benefits

• Significant stock options with high potential upside as an early-stage company
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
• Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave for both parents
• Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette
• Free EV charging at the HQ