WingXpand

Overview

WingXpand is seeking an Electronics Technician for Drone Assembly in Schaumburg, IL, to work on building and repairing advanced autonomous systems, including drones and robotics. The role involves hands-on electronics work, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineers in a dynamic production environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, modify, and repair wire harnesses and cable assemblies.
• Perform through-hole and surface-mount soldering and PCB rework.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electromechanical systems to the component level.
• Bring up, test, and validate electrical assemblies before integration.
• Diagnose returned and failed units, isolate faults, and document findings.
• Read and work from schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of material.
• Support the assembly of airframes and mechanical systems.
• Integrate electronics into vehicles and perform functional checkout.
• Prepare and integrate 3D printed parts for production use.
• Inspect and test completed assemblies.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on electronics work.
• Strong soldering skills on real production hardware.
• Ability to troubleshoot an electrical system to the component level.
• Comfortable reading schematics and technical documentation.
• Proficient with a multimeter and oscilloscope.
• Willingness to cross-train into mechanical assembly and composites.
• Strong attention to detail and discipline to follow written procedures.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-moving production environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Desired Qualifications

• IPC certification — J-STD-001 soldering, IPC-A-610 acceptability, or IPC/WHMA-A-620.
• Military electronics or avionics background.
• Associate degree or technical school training in electronics or related field.
• Experience with drones, RC aircraft, or robotics.
• Experience with lithium battery systems or power distribution.
• RF, radios, antennas, or tactical communications experience.
• Experience with composites or lightweight aerospace materials.
• Familiarity with 3D printing and post-processing.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Passion for drones, robotics, aerospace, or building advanced hardware.

Benefits

• Stock options
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• This role requires access to technology controlled under U.S. export regulations.
• Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person.