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Lead Technician, Roadrunner

Anduril· Manufacturing : Manufacturing
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Ashville, OHfull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Lead Technician to oversee and coordinate the technical fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing of complex electro-mechanical and avionics systems for the Roadrunner VTOL counter-UAS product at Arsenal-1 in Ashville, OH. Role includes mentoring a team, ensuring quality, coordinating with engineering and production, and relocating to Costa Mesa for a 3-month training program.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of technicians in aircraft, automotive, or similar fabrication and assembly processes, including structural fabrication, mechanical integration, composites fabrication, and avionics build/integration/test.
  • Supervise and participate in airframe construction techniques such as riveting, use of mechanical fasteners, nut plates, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Oversee mechanical assembly of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, high-quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and component fabrication including hand soldering.
  • Coordinate and perform validation and testing of electronic components using equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks.
  • Review and verify wiring diagrams and assembly instructions to ensure accurate build and integration.
  • Manage workflow in a dynamic environment, rapidly adjusting roles and responsibilities to meet production priorities and deadlines.
  • Facilitate effective verbal and written communication between technicians, engineering, and production teams to resolve technical challenges and improve processes.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues discovered during functional checkouts and tests.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, which requires regular interaction with production and manufacturing stakeholders and frequently working directly on the production floor.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated broad experience with aircraft, automotive, or similar fabrication, assembly, and operation including both structural and electronic systems.
  • Proficient with hand tools, light power tools, and standard computer applications (web browsers, word processing).
  • Working knowledge of electrical components and ability to read wiring diagrams.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with validation, testing, and mechanical assembly of complex electro-mechanical systems.
  • U.S. citizenship is required pursuant to contractual obligations.

Skills

Required:Team leadershipFabrication and assembly (aircraft/automotive)Electrical wiring and diagrams
Last updated Aug 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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