Edge Autonomy Careers

WORK LOCATION: Huntsville, AL

SALARY RANGE: $25 - $30

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The Mechanical Optical Assembly Technician plays a crucial role in our manufacturing team, responsible for maintaining cleanroom integrity, performing precise assembly of mechanical and optical components, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring the success of our production processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.  

• Perform precision assembly and integration of mechanical and optical components for electro-optical payloads, ensuring adherence to cleanroom standards and strict compliance with relevant protocols.
• Ensure the cleanroom environment meets required parameters by regularly monitoring conditions and promptly reporting any deviations.
• Conduct routine tests, inspections, and precision measurements on assembled mechanical and optical components to verify functionality and compliance with quality standards.
• Diagnose and resolve assembly or performance issues in electro-optical payloads using mechanical and optical troubleshooting techniques.
• Collaborate with team members and managers to communicate project progress, address challenges, and suggest process improvements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of assembly procedures, inspection results, and troubleshooting activities to ensure traceability and continuous improvement.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of assembly and testing processes.
• Strict adherence to workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline such as engineering, physics, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a cleanroom environment
• Knowledge of and experience with mechanical-optical systems and UAV technologies.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and instructions.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under strict guidelines and procedures.
• Prior experience in UAV payload assembly.
• Familiarity with ISO 14644 or other cleanroom standards.
• Certification in electro-optics, photonics, or a similar field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in related field

EDGE AUTONOMY BENEFITS

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan

Hiring Requirements

If an offer of employment offer is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company’s Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.

Clearance Requirements

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status.

Edge Autonomy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]

Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.