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Job Description

Overview

Buoyant Aero builds and operates electric airships for long-duration aerial missions, focusing on advertising and live events. They are seeking a hands-on builder to assist in turning aircraft designs into reliable, finished hardware through various assembly and fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

  • Measure, drill, tap, cut, fit, and assemble aircraft components using hand tools and power tools.
  • Build wiring harnesses, crimp connectors, solder, route and secure cables, and perform basic electrical checks.
  • Fabricate and repair fiberglass and other composite parts, including layup, bonding, trimming, sanding, and finishing.
  • Prepare surfaces, apply coatings and graphics, and produce consistent finishes on customer-facing aircraft.
  • Make straightforward part modifications, design simple brackets and fixtures, prepare prints, operate printers, and finish printed parts.
  • Check dimensions, fit, finish, and electrical connections; follow acceptance procedures and flag problems.
  • Keep tools, materials, hardware, and work areas organized for efficient builds.
  • Help turn prototype builds into clear, repeatable assembly steps and suggest improvements.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience building or repairing physical products, equipment, vehicles, or prototypes.
  • Confidence using common shop tools and making accurate measurements.
  • Practical wiring skills, including soldering, crimping, and using a multimeter.
  • Experience with several of the following: fiberglass, painting, mechanical assembly, CAD, or 3D printing.
  • Ability to follow drawings and instructions and recognize when something doesn’t fit or look right.
  • Careful workmanship, dependable follow-through, and a willingness to document what you build.
  • A capable, adaptable builder with strong fundamentals; a college degree is not required.

Additional Information

  • This is an on-site role with the engineering and production team in Brooklyn.
  • You’ll work closely with engineers and operators and see your work fly.
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