Senior UAS Technician

Robinson Unmanned (formerly Ascent Aero Systems) is the uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) business unit of Robinson Helicopter Company. Focused on designing and manufacturing all-weather, high-performance UAS from 249g to 1,500 pounds, Robinson Unmanned combines modular open system architecture, advanced autonomy technologies, and robust, full-scale manufacturing expertise to deliver scalable, aerospace-grade, unmanned VTOL capabilities across mission-critical industrial, civil and defense markets, all while reducing human risk and increasing operational efficiencies.

• Do you want to create new and useful things at the bleeding edge of technology?
• Are you relentlessly curious, eager to learn new things?
• Do people turn to you because they know they can count on you?
• Are you able to dare greatly, fail quickly, and keep moving?
• When things get difficult, can you double-down and persevere?
• Do you want to be part of something bigger?

If this describes you, please read on! Among the current openings, we’re on the lookout for a Senior UAS Technician who will support the manufacturing and assembly of its UAV products. A successful candidate will be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment using assorted types of equipment and processes, while being motivated to deliver the highest quality products to our customers.

The ideal candidate is a roll-up-your-sleeves, high energy, collaborative UAS enthusiast who works well on a team and individually. Full-time position based in our Wilmington, Massachusetts headquarters.

• Product Assembly and Configuration: Assemble and configure products according to established specifications and instructions. Configuring flight control software using Mission Planner
• Quality Assurance: Perform and document all in-process quality checks and operational tests to qualify UAS products prior to delivery.
• Firmware Updates: Installing and updating internal drone software to ensure the vehicle conforms to design standards.
• System Calibration: Aligning and calibrating gimbals, compasses, IMUs
• Precision Soldering: Using microscopes for micro‑miniature board‑level repairs

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Associate Degree (A.S. or A.A.S.), BA in a relevant field.
• 7+ years of experience in assembling electro‑mechanical products, hands‑on experience in drone repair, RC systems, or aerospace electronics.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Mandatory for flight testing).
• IPC J‑STD‑001 (Soldering)
• Perform board‑level troubleshooting and repair on Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs), power distribution boards, and integrated sensor suites (Camera Payloads, RTK, Multispectral).
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, Able to handle, manipulate, and assemble small components with a variety of hand tools. Use Multimeter, DC Power Supply, Electronics Wire stripper.
• Resourceful Problem‑Solver: You thrive in dynamic settings, leveraging your technical expertise and creative thinking to overcome challenges, continuously seeking out new knowledge and skills to enhance performance and deliver impactful results.
• Proactive Innovator: you know how to take the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and drive projects forward with minimal supervision, demonstrating a keen ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast‑paced environment.