Motors Engineering Technician | Motors R&D (Electric Aviation)

Location: Onsite in South Burlington, Vermont, United States

Salary: $26–$35 per hour

Company

Develops electric aviation technology with a focus on sustainability and electric propulsion systems.

What you will do

• Assemble and repair electric motors and stators, including redlining engineering drawings and creating build records.
• Perform testing, validation, troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes with design engineers.
• Edit and implement technical documentation, logs, and check sheets.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections and identify process deviations during troubleshooting.
• Develop expertise in electro-mechanical assembly of fully electric propulsion systems.
• Work safely around high-voltage systems and participate in atypical test-program schedules when required.

Requirements

• Two-year degree or certificate from an accredited college, university, or technical school preferred.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, specifications, and schematics.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and perform repetitive tasks while standing for extended periods.
• Understanding of how electric motors work, strong critical-thinking and communication skills, and ability to adapt to changing goals.
• Experience working collaboratively and proficiency with word-processing and spreadsheet software.
• Manual dexterity and commitment to workplace safety.

Nice to have

• Previous experience building electric motors or assembling stators.
• CAD experience, specifically 3DX or Catia.
• Technical knowledge of electrical systems from 24 VDC to 800 VDC.
• Experience with stator electrical testing.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment includes Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units.
• Onsite healthcare in Vermont, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage and paid parental leave.
• Daily lunch provided and flight lessons included.
• Employment is contingent on a successful background check; E-Verify participation applies.