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Manufacturing Technician

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Skyways

Skyways

11-50 employees

UAV-based delivery services for logistics

Automotive & Transportation
Defense

Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Category
Flight Dynamics
Materials & Structures
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering

You match the following Skyways's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5+ years of hands-on professional experience.
  • 2+ years of Composite experience (lamination, bonding, trimming, etc.).
  • Basic electrical experience and understanding.
  • Outstanding hands-on skills with significant experience using basic shop tools.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to read, understand and follow schematics/build instructions.
  • Ability to work independently and on a team with minimum supervision at times.
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines with little resources.
  • Ability to adapt to changes common in startup companies and R&D environments.
  • Good problem-solving skills and solution oriented.
  • Proficient in computer skills (Google Suite/Microsoft Office)
  • High School Diploma.
Responsibilities
  • Composite Part Fabrication: wet layup/prepreg parts using multiple epoxy resin systems, fiberglass, carbon fiber, kevlar, foam/honeycomb cores, vacuum bagging, curing, trimming and storage.
  • Electrical: wiring harness fabrication (stripping, splicing, soldering, cap/stow, correct termination, crimping and pinning/depinning connectors). Using multi-meters, wiring harness routing/installation, electrical component testing, troubleshooting, assembly and installation.
  • Aircraft Assembly: trimming, jigging, installing aircraft sub-assemblies/assemblies, troubleshooting, MOD’s, repairs, precision hole-drilling, hardware installation and torquing.
  • Flight control systems: fabrication, component integration, system testing and inspection.
  • Working with Engineering on a daily basis through project builds, improving manufacturing processes and drawings.
  • Build fixtures, rigs and other tools necessary for the installation and testing of parts/systems.
  • Keeping a clean and organized shop/work area.
  • Proactively plan spare parts, shop inventory, supplies, and tools.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in either fields of robotics, aerospace, robotics, automotive maintenance/repair and motorsports.
  • 1+ years of Electrical experience.
  • 1+ years of Aircraft building/assembly experience.
  • 1+ years of Aircraft Maintenance experience.
  • A&P License.
  • Flight Test Experience.
  • Experience flying planes and/or large drones.

Skyways develops unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for efficient delivery services, focusing on on-demand resupply missions. Their drones can take off and land in various locations, making them suitable for transporting goods to remote or hard-to-reach areas. The main clients include military operations, remote industrial sites, and emergency response teams, who rely on Skyways to deliver essential supplies like meals, batteries, and medical equipment safely and quickly. Unlike competitors, Skyways emphasizes cost-effective logistics solutions tailored for challenging environments, generating revenue through their UAV delivery services. The goal is to fill a critical gap in logistics, particularly in remote and hazardous locations, while leveraging advancements in electric propulsion and energy storage.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$16.5M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

-31%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Skyways signed a contract with the U.S. Navy for prototype development.
  • Partnership with Orbital UAV enhances engine efficiency and range.
  • Growing demand for UAVs in emergency response boosts Skyways' market potential.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Zipline and Wing may impact market share.
  • Reliance on Orbital UAV for engines poses potential supply chain risks.
  • Regulatory hurdles could delay UAV deployment timelines.

What makes Skyways unique

  • Skyways focuses on UAVs for remote and hazardous environment logistics.
  • The company emphasizes full autonomy and large-scale fleet operations.
  • Skyways' UAVs can take off and land virtually anywhere.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours