Job Details
About the job
Knightwerx is looking for a talented Research and Development Technician to join our growing R&D team. As an experienced fabricator with a background in mechanical prototyping and testing, the R&D technician will work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop small unmanned electric aircraft from the ground up. We operate in a fast-paced development environment that balances innovation and ingenuity with practicality and reliability. You will be involved in every aspect of the hardware fabrication process from prototyping to flight testing and manufacturing.
Requirements
- Must have US citizenship
- On-site, collaborative work environment
Work Experience
Demonstrated experience with prototyping techniques including machining, 3d printing, and composite fabrication
Demonstrated experience with electrical component fabrication and testing including soldering
Hands-on experience with small unmanned systems or model aircraft is highly desired
Attributes
Innovative, hands-on, and practical
Organized and neat
Goal driven, learns from mistakes
Communicates well with others across technical disciplines
Primary Duties and Tasks
Take ownership of the R&D shop facilities at Knightwerx including operation and maintenance of machinery, tools, electrical equipment, and prototyping lab
Work with engineering team to fabricate prototypes and test setups
Maintain fleet of Knightwerx micro unmanned aircraft and assist with flight testing when necessary
Assist engineering team with design for manufacturing
Skills and Expertise
Ability to maintain a clean, organized workspace and keep shop equipment in good condition
Demonstrated competence with standard metal fabrication techniques including 3-axis CNC, manual lathes and mills, and hand tools
Demonstrated competence with prototype fabrication methods including 3D printing and basic hand soldering
Experience with composite fabrication (fiberglass, Kevlar, and/or carbon fiber) desired
Ability to work on micro machined assemblies under a microscope when required
Demonstrated ability to fabricate and assemble complex prototypes with minimal instruction
About Knightwerx
Knightwerx is a start-up company that was born to be game-changing. From its inception, Knightwerx has focused on solving real-world, mission-critical problems for the government and civilian sectors. Our approach is to seek top experts for every position who are not only willing to make a lasting impact but to drive innovation and enhance the company s direction. As such, we are not business leaders who build drones or drone builders running a business. We are both.