Drone Lab Technician

12/21/2025

The Drone Lab Technician will be responsible for the assembly, integration, and maintenance of drone systems, as well as supporting engineering teams with prototype development and system testing. Additionally, the role involves conducting lab tests, quality control procedures, and maintaining an organized lab environment.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

XTEND provides revolutionary human-guided autonomous machine systems that enable any operator to perform extremely accurate maneuvers and actions, in any environment with minimal training. The company's patented XOS operating system fuses the best of human intelligence and machine autonomy to enhance the operator's abilities, and simultaneously reduce the need for physical confrontation, thereby minimizing casualties and injuries. Hundreds of XTEND's systems are already operationally deployed worldwide, and the company is continuously developing its XOS operating system and platforms to deliver the future of human-machine teaming to defense, public safety, and security professionals worldwide.

About the Role

XTEND is looking for a skilled and hands-on Drone Lab Technician to join our dynamic and growing team.

As a technician at XTEND, you will be part of the team responsible for the production, maintenance, and support of all company products, including R&D and prototype platforms. This is a diverse and engaging role that includes mechanical, electrical, and software lab work and managing lab operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembly, integration, and maintenance of drone systems and related platforms
Support engineering teams with prototype development and system testing
Conduct lab tests, QC procedures, and troubleshooting
Maintain an organized and efficient lab environment

Requirements

3+ years of technical hands-on experience with electronic components, soldering, and mechanical work
Practical experience in lab work, system testing, and quality control
Proven experience building and/or flying drones or other RC (remote-controlled) systems
Full proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking)

Bonus / Preferred Qualifications:

Basic knowledge and hands-on experience with Linux-based systems
Experience working with Monday.com or similar project/task management tools
Familiarity with RF (radio frequency) and communication components
Experience working with composite materials

Key Skills

Drone SystemsMechanical WorkElectrical WorkSoftware Lab WorkPrototype DevelopmentSystem TestingQuality ControlTroubleshootingSolderingLab OperationsRC SystemsLinux SystemsProject Management ToolsRF ComponentsComposite Materials