UAV Integration Technician — Field-Ready Aerial Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime and equity compensation

Job summary

Rainmaker is seeking a UAV Integration Technician in El Segundo, California. This role involves assembling UAVs, performing tests, and supporting field operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 2–6+ years of relevant experience in UAV, aerospace, or robotics.

As part of a pioneering team focused on innovative solutions for water scarcity, you will contribute directly to mission success by ensuring the reliability of our UAS platforms.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical integration

Technical drawing interpretation

Complex system troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Tools

3D printers

Torque drivers

Multimeters

Job description

Rainmaker is seeking a UAV Integration Technician in El Segundo, California. This role involves assembling UAVs, performing tests, and supporting field operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 2–6+ years of relevant experience in UAV, aerospace, or robotics.

As part of a pioneering team focused on innovative solutions for water scarcity, you will contribute directly to mission success by ensuring the reliability of our UAS platforms.