Shop Technician - Fabrication

Job DescriptionKnightwerx is looking for a highly skilled and experienced technician to help build out and maintain a fabrication shop, for the purpose of fabricating and assembling small air vehicle components. We operate in a fast-paced development environment that balances innovation and ingenuity with practicality and reliability. You'll be working and supported by a team of strong engineers and subject matter experts to develop an aircraft from the ground up, and you will be involved in every step of the process. If you fulfill some parts or all of this description, we look forward to your application!Work Experience4+ years experience as a technician/fabricatorDemonstrated ability to design and produce lightweight aircraft components, perform analysis and testing of aircraft componentsAttributesInnovative, hands-on, and practicalTeam player, problem solver, self-motivatorGood communicator, listens well, and provides constructive feedbackProvides expertise in materials and fabrication methodsPrimary DutiesBuild out a fabrication, assembly, and lay up shop in coordination with the chief engineerHelp maintain shop in a well-stocked and tooled conditionSupport engineering team in machine fabrication, composites layup, vehicle and test stand assemblyProvide expertise in materials and fabrication methodsTasksTake designs from engineers and turn them into reality - primarily working from detailed drawings, but occasionally working from described conceptsAssist engineers in determining the proper materials and fabrication methods when neededHelp source and procure materials and toolsHelp source outside machining/fabrication servicesSkillsLightweight aircraft component fabrication (e.g., small/micro machining, composite layups, wiring/soldering)Fabrication through machining, composites, 3D printing3D printer operation and maintenanceRC building and flying (bonus)CAD/CAM (bonus)RequirementsMust have US citizenshipOn-site, collaborative work environment

Created: 2025-10-08