Apparel Technician

Nautilus Defense LLC Apparel Technician Pawtucket, RI
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Nautilus is looking for an Apparel Technician to join the Manufacturing Team. The ideal candidate has excellent experience in clothing construction and textiles and will play a crucial role in designing and constructing clothing samples.

Rhode Island based Nautilus Defense builds state‑of‑the‑art textile‑integrated systems for monitoring high‑value assets and their environments. Our technologies enable the broad distribution and interconnection of electronics in textiles without detracting from their mechanical properties. We leverage these technologies to develop systems of immediate value to our customers while continuously advancing their readiness for manufacturing and use at scale.

We build high‑value textile‑integrated systems. Your role is to design and construct clothing samples using our machinery. Work will be performed onsite and cannot leave the facility.

• Ability to sew various apparel products from cut pieces to completed garments.
• Complete all projects on time while maintaining all requirements.
• Report machine malfunctions immediately to Manufacturing lead.
• Identify potential problems that may affect prototyping or production, including material challenges, pattern issues, stitching difficulties, and any construction problems found during prototype creation.
• Clean machines to ensure proper functioning when needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized shared workspace.
• Collaborate with designers and other team members to ensure seamless production processes.

• Relevant degree or certifications in garment design and construction.
• Experience in pattern making, cutting skills, sewing, and stitching techniques.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant software and machinery.
• Basic garment production management and quality control experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent ability to listen, act, and follow up.
• Design and communication skills needed to develop patterns and teach others.
• Must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident.