R&D Technician

The role

The R&D Technician will support the development, testing, and refinement of drones and public safety products. This role involves working hands-on with prototypes, conducting experiments, and troubleshooting hardware issues.

What you will do

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components for drones and other public safety products.
• Conduct experiments and performance tests, collecting and analyzing data to support R&D initiatives.
• Work closely with engineers to refine prototypes, provide feedback, and iterate on designs.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment, tools, and test rigs to support development efforts.
• Document test results, procedures, and findings to improve product design and reliability.
• Assist with component fabrication using techniques such as 3D printing, CNC machining, and soldering.
• Support field testing, including setup, monitoring, and data collection.
• Ensure safety protocols and best practices are followed in all R&D activities.

Required qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a hardware R&D or prototyping environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering irons, and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.

Nice to have

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working with UAVs, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Knowledge of material properties, adhesives, and fasteners for hardware development.
• Experience with environmental and stress testing for ruggedized hardware.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
• 401K plan
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
• Flexible work environment
• Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
• Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)

About the company

BRINC is a vertically integrated U.S. drone technology company that designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems, autonomous drone stations, command-and-control software, and advanced autonomy for public safety.