About the roleTo build highly automated, long-endurance UAV platforms capable of operating in the most demanding environments to support defense, security, infrastructure monitoring, disaster response, and other critical missions.
What you'll doElectrical Assembly & Integration- Design, commission, and operate the cable/harness build cell and electronics assembly (ESD) cell for UAV production.
- Build and qualify harness boards, electrical assemblies, LRUs, and PCBAs to aerospace workmanship standards.
- Lead electrical integration activities for UAV systems, payloads, antennas, datalinks, and ground support equipment.
- Develop and maintain electrical test fixtures, programming jigs, RF test systems, and continuity/isolation testing equipment.
Manufacturing & Process Development- Translate and refine electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and manufacturing documentation into production-ready work instructions.
- Lead first article inspections (FAI) and qualification activities under AS9102 standards.
- Establish IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001, and ANSI/ESD S20.20 compliant manufacturing processes.
- Support production startup activities and scale-up manufacturing operations.
Quality & Compliance- Partner with Quality and Manufacturing teams to implement in-process inspection, NCR resolution, and corrective actions.
- Manage ESD compliance, calibration programs, crimp verification, and electrical workmanship standards.
- Ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR export-control requirements and aerospace manufacturing regulations.
Team Leadership & Collaboration- Train and mentor harness assemblers, electronics technicians, and test personnel.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Composites, Quality, CNC, and Aircraft Checkout teams.
- Support cross-functional troubleshooting and system-level integration activities.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement- Monitor and report KPIs related to first-pass yield, FAI completion, defect rates, ESD audits, and quality metrics.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within electrical assembly and integration operations.
- Support long-term production scalability and process optimization efforts.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated electrical manufacturing environments.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience leading harness and electronics assembly operations.
- Strong hands-on experience with cable harness fabrication, crimping, soldering, PCB assembly, and electrical troubleshooting.
- Experience with IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001, ANSI/ESD S20.20, AS9100, and AS9102 standards.
- Experience commissioning harness boards, programming fixtures, and electrical test equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and system integration capabilities.
- Experience training and developing technical assembly personnel.
- Must be able to obtain a United States Security Clearance (Under ITAR/EAR regulations)
Preferred Qualifications- UAV, aerospace, or unmanned systems experience.
- RF, datalink, antenna integration, or avionics experience.
- Experience with payload integration and ground control systems.
- Experience transferring manufacturing processes between facilities or international operations.
- IPC Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) certification.
- Experience with engine test stand instrumentation and avionics testing.
- Military or Department of Defense program experience.
- Familiarity with North Carolina manufacturing and technician labor markets.
- Ukrainian language skills are a plus.
Skills & Competencies- Strong hands-on electrical assembly and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and training capabilities.
- High attention to detail and quality standards.
- Ability to solve complex technical and manufacturing problems under pressure.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Builder mentality with a strong production-floor presence.
- Commitment to safety, ESD discipline, quality, and continuous improvement.
Benefits- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Medical insurance: voluntary health insurance program
- Innovative aerospace and defense technology projects
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Competitive salary and employee referral program
Work Environment- Full-time, on-site position in Fayetteville, NC
- Frequent work on the production floor, electronics bench, and test environments
- Exposure to industrial manufacturing, RF systems, engine-test environments, and ESD-controlled areas
- Domestic travel up to 15% for supplier visits, testing, and operational support
- International travel up to 5% for process-transfer and supplier coordination activities
- Ability to wear required PPE and work safely in manufacturing environments
