We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician, Team Lead to join our manufacturing team at KRUSH. In this role, you will work hands-on alongside our engineering team to build, integrate, and troubleshoot complex electromechanical assemblies - while also mentoring and directing the work of other technicians on the floor. You will report to the Production Manager and serve as the floor-level point of contact for build issues, process questions, and day-to-day prioritization. This is not a traditional lead role - you'll be building alongside your team every day, not just directing from the sidelines. It's a rare opportunity to help shape a manufacturing organization and its standard work from day one. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Lead hands-on build, integration, test, and rework of KRUSH UAS electromechanical assemblies and subsystems • Mentor and train Mid- and Senior-level technicians on standard work, build procedures, and troubleshooting techniques • Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD models with minimal supervision; flag discrepancies to engineering • Serve as the floor-level point of contact for build issues, escalating and driving root cause investigation and corrective action (CAPA) • Coordinate daily work assignments and priorities across the technician team in partnership with the Production Supervisor • Perform electrical debug using standard tools (digital multimeter, continuity and insulation testers) and mechanical/electrical assembly troubleshooting • Support prototype-to-production transition, including refining work instructions and control plans as processes mature • Ensure IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 workmanship standards are met and enforced across the team • Actively participate in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives, and drive safety compliance on the floor • Complete transactions in production systems (ERP/MES) on a daily basis Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • 5+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or another high-precision manufacturing environment, including prior lead or mentoring experience • Demonstrated ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD models with minimal supervision • Strong hands-on skills in electro-mechanical assembly, electrical debug, and wiring/harness fabrication • Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 workmanship standards • Experience training, mentoring, or leading other technicians • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; reliable, organized, and detail-oriented • Must qualify as a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities (ITAR) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or equivalent military/technical training • Forklift and/or 3A hoisting certification • Prototype-to-production transition experience • Experience in an AS9100 manufacturing environment • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Manufacturing, or Applied Science) • Prior experience in defense, aerospace, or another export-controlled manufacturing environment Benefits KRUSH Tech offers a competitive compensation package. Compensation is determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual offers are determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on interview performance, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, and internal equity. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate of the applicable range as of the date of posting. The final offer will be determined after considering all relevant factors, including a candidate's qualifications and experience. In addition to base pay, KRUSH Tech offers a monthly benefits stipend that employees can apply toward the health, dental, vision, or other coverage that best fits their needs, along with 9 paid federal holidays per year.