R&D Mechanical Technician

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      "text": "Responsibilities",
      "content": "\n<li>Fabricate prototype components using&nbsp;3D printing, machining, and rapid prototyping&nbsp;techniques.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Manufacture and repair lightweight structures using&nbsp;wet layup composites&nbsp;(fiberglass, carbon fiber, Kevlar, etc.).&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Build and maintain&nbsp;jigs, molds, and fixtures&nbsp;for prototype assembly and rework.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Assemble and integrate&nbsp;mechanical, electrical, structural, and propulsion systems&nbsp;including&nbsp;electric motors, internal combustion (gasoline) engines, and hybrid powertrains.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Conduct&nbsp;system-level integration and troubleshooting—diagnosing electrical, fuel, or mechanical issues during vehicle bring-up and testing.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Support&nbsp;engine installation, cooling, exhaust, and fuel system plumbing.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Collaborate closely with engineers across Aeromechanical, Electrical, and Systems disciplines to ensure designs are manufacturable and test-ready.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Provide feedback to design engineers and contribute to design-for-assembly and design-for-maintenance improvements.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient prototype workshop environment.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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      "text": "Qualifications",
      "content": "\n<li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in&nbsp;Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent hands-on technical experience.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Strong proficiency with&nbsp;hand tools, fabrication equipment, adhesives, cutting, bonding, and assembly processes.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Proficiencywith&nbsp;3D printing (FDM, SLA, or similar)&nbsp;and finishing techniques.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Practical experience in&nbsp;composite layup, trimming, and structural bonding.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Hands-on experience with&nbsp;internal combustion engines, including assembly, integration, and testing.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Familiarity with&nbsp;electric propulsion systems&nbsp;(motors, ESCs, wiring, sensors, or BMS integration).&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Comfortable working in a&nbsp;fast-paced prototyping and test environment, supporting rapid iteration cycles.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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      "text": "Preferred Qualifications",
      "content": "\n<li>Experience in&nbsp;aerospace, automotive, UAV, or eVTOL prototype builds.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Working knowledge of&nbsp;adhesives, bonded structures, lightweight materials, and&nbsp;engine-to-electric hybrid integration.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Proven experience using CATIA is mandatory.</li>\n<li>Experience with&nbsp;instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition&nbsp;during system testing.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Understanding of&nbsp;AS9100 or ISO9001&nbsp;quality practices for prototype fabrication.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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      "text": "Attributes aligned with Core Values",
      "content": "\n<li>Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.&nbsp;</li>\n"
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