Flight Test Technician

Salary Range $26.50 - $44.00 HourlyDescriptionPosition SummaryFlightWave, a subsidiary of Red Cat Holdings, is looking to fill a Drone Assembly Technician position. We are a dynamic and growing drone technology company focused on the manufacturing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS drones) for use in defense, public safety, and other government security organizations.In this role, you will build, test, and repair drones and associated hardware. The ideal candidate will have a background in assembly and test of electronic systems, such as drones, robotics products, or professional electronics, including experience with circuit level assembly and debug.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assemble drones, mechanical subassemblies, and electronic subassemblies. Create and refine production documentation, including writing assembly instructions and test procedures. Support system level testing activities and flight operations. Work closely with engineers to provide feedback on system performance, reliability, and usability. Maintain detailed records of flights, test results, and any discrepancies. Prepare UAS platforms for flight, including pre-flight inspections and setup of ground control equipment. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in hardware assembly, and/or installation. Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity. Skill in hand soldering and PCB rework operations. Flexibility in adapting to a wide variety of production and R&D project priorities. Excellent technical communication skills and writing skills, including drafting manufacturing documentation. Additional Desired Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field Experience with PX4, ArduPilot, or similar flight control systems Prior experience supporting structured flight test or engineering test programs Familiarity with GCS tools like QGroundControl or Mission Planner Basic knowledge of telemetry systems, log analysis, or test instrumentation Military or government flight operations experience is a plus Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environments. Familiarity with running command line interfaces for programming and test operations. Ability to use precision measuring instruments. Experience in inventory management procedures and kitting operations. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work outdoors in varied field environments, including heat and direct sun exposure. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and move across uneven terrain for extended periods. Requires fine motor skills for equipment setup, wiring, and mechanical adjustments. Visual acuity needed for both close detail work and monitoring aircraft in flight. Must be able to hear and communicate clearly in dynamic test environments, including over radios or comms equipment. Background CheckThis position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization DisclosureRed Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.E-VerifyThe company participates E-Verify (ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work (rules.Compensation: $26.50 - $44, plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.

Created: 2026-03-04