Company Overview
We are a rapidly growing technology startup focused on delivering next-generation drones for security and safety applications. Our company vertically integrates hardware and software to create leading edge capabilities in the UAV space, with a focus on saving lives.

We are seeking a Prototyping Engineer to help prototype hardware that powers intelligent robotic UAS systems operating in real-world environments. In this role, you will work at the intersection of software, hardware, and autonomy—building robust, high-performance systems that integrate perception, planning, control, and communication.

Responsibilities

Build assemblies and full vehicles for prototypes
Rework vehicles and subassemblies

Required Qualifications

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with hand tools
Experience with wire harnesses and connectors
Experience with soldering and basic electronics assembly

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with 3D printers
Experience with CNC tools
Experience with basic troubleshooting tools (DMM, power supply)

About the company

Arxlight develops autonomous interceptor drones for air and missile defense. The drones use LWIR sensors, computer vision, autonomy software, and an integrated GNC stack to autonomously detect, identify, and intercept threats through sensor fusion and automated flight. It differentiates itself with a defense-first, stealth-mode approach and by recruiting senior engineers to build a sensor-rich platform tailored for national security rather than consumer markets. The goal is to deliver next-generation capabilities for air and missile defense and counter-drone operations for military and national-security customers.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

August 2026 hiring shows active buildout across 18 on-site roles in Oakland.
Website and postings emphasize integrated air defense, matching urgent U.S. counter-UAS demand.
Experienced founders and senior engineering recruiting signal credible execution momentum.

What critics are saying

No public funding, contracts, or deployed systems; revenue timing stays opaque.
April 2026 post-production leadership roles imply Arxlight lacks fielded products today.
Anduril, Lockheed Martin, and nLIGHT can outspend Arxlight before 2027 procurement.

What makes Arxlight unique

Stealth-mode Oakland team builds autonomous interceptor drones for air and missile defense.
Hiring spans LWIR, computer vision, GNC, firmware, and robotics hardware roles.
Paul White joined June 2025 after drone engineering leadership at Anduril.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Arxlight

Prototyping Engineer