Production Technician

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

Production Technician - El Segundo, CA
As a PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) Production Technician you will be responsible for the meticulous execution of assembly, testing, tear-down, and inspection of aviation hardware. You will use your expertise to support the development of SkyOS with adherence to FAA regulations, internal quality management systems (AS9100), and other standards. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate strong proficiency in soldering, including both through-hole and surface-mount techniques, while adhering to industry-standard workmanship requirements (J-STD-001 & IPC-A-610).
• Ensure compliance with industry certifications, including J-STD-001 & IPC-A-610, or other relevant certifications, and maintain familiarity with their standards and guidelines.
• Carry out PCBA rework, component replacement, and troubleshooting on circuit boards, identifying and correcting solder defects, damaged traces, and other issues in accordance with established rework procedures.
• Perform assembly, tear-downs, inspections, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical components as well as other LRUs.
• Read and understand manufacturing blueprints, wire diagrams, planning documents, test specifications, and other applicable documents.
• Utilize hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, multimeters, and more to assist with testing and assembly of PMA parts.
• Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures.
• Assist with other functions of the manufacturing of aircraft parts as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4+ years of experience in an aviation production environment
• Certification in J-STD-00, IPC-A-610, or equivalent industry standards, with demonstrated familiarity in applying these standards.
• Experience with assembly instructions, blueprint reading, and other specifications
• Basic computer skills required: (Windows, MacOS, Excel, Gmail)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime as needed
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
• Experience working at a startup
• 6+ years of experience in an aviation production environment
• Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) process

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility 
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

Approx. Hourly Rate Annualized: $70,000 - $110,000. Your base pay will be determined on experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.

WE WELCOME ALL

Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.