Hardware Technician
Hands-on Hardware Technician supporting 3D printing, rapid prototyping, mechanical assembly, and lab infrastructure across engineering spaces. The role requires strong fabrication and printer-operation experience, with machining, soldering, wiring, and CAD experience preferred.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain SLA and FDM 3D printers, including troubleshooting and material handling.
- Fabricate and finish rapid-prototype parts using shop tools and basic fabrication equipment.
- Perform mechanical assembly of drone hardware and similar systems.
- Install, modify, and maintain lab and shop infrastructure, including benches, shelving, and test equipment.
- Maintain organization and functionality across shared lab spaces.
- Move between multiple labs and tasks to support engineering teams.
- Independently identify and execute the highest-priority tasks in a fast-paced lab environment.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience operating, troubleshooting, and handling materials for 3D printers.
- Experience with shop tools such as saws, drill presses, sanders, and other fabrication equipment.
- Experience with mechanical assembly, ideally involving multirotors, RC aircraft, or similar systems.
- Experience setting up or improving lab or shop environments.
- Ability to work on your feet and move between multiple tasks and locations throughout the day.
- Ability to proactively identify and execute priority work in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with general lab operations, consumables management, and maintenance routines.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with manual or CNC mills.
- Basic soldering, wiring, or cable harnessing experience.
- Experience with CAD tools such as Fusion.
- FAA Part 107 certification, or willingness to obtain it within the first 60 days of employment.
Compensation and Benefits
- Annual base salary: $149,000–$180,000 USD.
- Equity in the form of stock options.
- Health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, and a 401(k) savings plan.
- Relocation assistance may be available for eligible roles.
Skills
3D Printing, Sla Printing, Fdm Printing, Mechanical Assembly, Shop Tools, Rapid Prototyping, Manual Mills, Cnc Mills, Soldering, Wiring, Cable Harnessing, CAD, Fusion, Faa Part 107
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