Drone Assembler / UAV Production Technician

Location: Temecula, California Join Starling Inc. and help build the next generation of autonomous aircraft. Starling designs and manufactures advanced fixed-wing VTOL drones and autonomous Drone-in-a-Box systems for defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure customers worldwide. We are looking for a hands‑on Drone Assembler to join our growing production team. What You'll Do Assemble fixed‑wing VTOL drone airframes and mechanical subsystems. Install motors, servos, landing systems, batteries, antennas, sensors, and payloads. Perform wiring, harnessing, connector installation, and cable management. Build and integrate electrical and electromechanical assemblies. Read engineering drawings, work instructions, and assembly documentation. Perform functional testing and quality inspections. Troubleshoot assembly issues and work with engineering to resolve them. Maintain production records and follow quality procedures. Help improve manufacturing processes and assembly efficiency. Support prototype builds and low‑rate production. Qualifications Experience assembling mechanical or electromechanical products. Comfortable using hand tools, torque tools, crimpers, and soldering equipment. Ability to read mechanical drawings and assembly instructions. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and as part of a small, fast‑moving team. Preferred Qualifications Experience with drones, RC aircraft, robotics, or aerospace manufacturing. Basic soldering and wiring experience. Familiarity with lithium battery handling. Experience with carbon fiber composite assemblies. Understanding of quality control and production documentation. What We Offer Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge autonomous aircraft. Small, highly skilled engineering and production team. Fast‑paced startup environment with growth opportunities. Competitive salary; Health benefits; Paid time off; 401(k). About Starling Starling develops autonomous fixed‑wing VTOL drone systems and Drone‑in‑a‑Box technology designed and manufactured in Southern California. Our products enable fully autonomous operations, including precision landing, robotic battery swapping, remote deployment, and long‑endurance missions for defense, public safety, and industrial customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Starling Inc