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Manufacturing Technician

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Kraus Hamdani Aerospace (KHA) is an aerospace company specializing in long-endurance unmanned aerial platforms for a wide variety of industries. KHA supports a number of customers to carry out missions involving aerial reconnaissance, survey, communication relay and communications provisioning. Endurance, enabled by effective design, is key to these applications and KHA aircraft utilize cutting-edge aircraft design together with on-board intelligence to deliver value for these customers.

Manufacturing Technician – Ultra Long Endurance Unmanned Aircraft

We are seeking a

detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician

with a passion for hands-on assembly, testing, and process improvement. As part of our dynamic team, you will play a

crucial role in manufacturing and optimizing

the KHA family of

Ultra Long Endurance

unmanned aircraft. This role also involves

occasional travel

to support flight operations.

Responsibilities

Assembly & Testing:

Perform hands-on aircraft assembly, manufacturing, and quality control testing using

jigs, fixtures, and test boxes .

Building

and using manufacturing aid

Team Collaboration:

Work alongside

engineers, technicians, and production teams

to improve designs and ensure smooth manufacturability.

Hands-On Support:

Participate in

aircraft builds, maintenance, and process optimization

to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Troubleshooting & Repairs:

Identify

production issues

and implement practical solutions to maintain quality and performance.

Requirements

Experience:

3+ years

working with

robotic systems, autopilot technology, or unmanned aircraft

(Ardupilot ).

3+ years

building or developing

manufacturing aids

(jigs, fixtures, test boxes).

3+ years

of hands-on experience with

manufacturing documentation and process development .

Skills:

Strong

mechanical aptitude

with ability to interpret

engineering drawings and technical documentation .

Proficiency in

assembly, troubleshooting, and quality control

for aerospace or robotic systems.

Experience with

precision tools, calibration equipment, and manufacturing best practices .

Location:

Local to the

Bay Area , with daily commute to our

Emeryville, CA

facility.

Attributes:

Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to take ownership of assigned tasks.

Citizenship:

U.S. with eligibility to obtain

secret security clearance .

Nice to have qualifications

FAA Part 107 certification

Model airplane building/flying experience

Veteran status

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree (technical field )

Join us in this critical role and help shape the future of aerospace innovation. Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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