Entry-Level Drone Assembly Technician

SAIC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Drone Assembly Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, testing, and troubleshooting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to ensure they meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in drone technology and possess basic technical skills.

The candidate for this role will be onsite in North Charleston, SC.

Job Duties:

• Mechanical & Airframe Building: Assemble UAV components and systems according to provided specifications including airframes, mechanical mounts, mechanisms, propulsion components, and camera/payload assemblies.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Baseline electrical diagnosis, address mechanical issues during the assembly process, and adhere to structural tolerances IAW drawing/work instructions. Be able to interpret engineering schematics or drawings to be able to help troubleshoot issues that may arise.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of assembly processes. Support manufacturing documentation, component traceability, and inventory coordination. Ability to work in a digital manufacturing tracking enterprise.
• Safety & Quality Compliance: Maintain a safe and organized manufacturing environment (FOD-free work area) while adhering to established safety guidelines, quality standards, and approved work instructions. Identify nonconforming components, assembly defects, and potential safety concerns. Comfortable/confidence working around electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive hardware.

Required Education and Experience: 

• Associates degree and one (1) year of work experience; High school diploma and two (2) years of work experience; technical certification is a plus.
• Strong interest in drone technology and a basic understanding of electronics.
• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow assembly instructions and work with precision tools.
• Basic troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies.

Required Clearance:

• No clearance is required to start; must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.