Job Description
Full-time Onsite | Start ASAP
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Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 per year based on experience and qualifications
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Monolyth Technologies is a fast-growing drone startup developing advanced unmanned systems for Special Operations Forces. We design and build compact aerial systems used for reconnaissance and tactical operations.
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We are looking for a hands-on Drone Technician who wants real responsibility, fast learning, and the opportunity to build hardware that is actually used in the field.
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This role is ideal for an early-career technician interested in drones, robotics, electronics, embedded systems, and defense technology.
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What You'll Do
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- Build, configure, test, repair, and troubleshoot FPV drone systems and related support equipment.
- Assemble drone airframes, propulsion systems, wiring, flight controllers, radios, payloads, and other mechanical and electrical components.
- Solder, crimp, fabricate, and repair cables, connectors, and electronic assemblies.
- Perform hardware debugging using multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment.
- Complete pre-build, in-process, and final inspections; verify fasteners, connectors, routing, labeling, firmware configuration, and workmanship.
- Safely charge, discharge, inspect, store, cycle, and track lithium-based flight batteries.
- Use 3D printing and CAD tools to support rapid prototyping, fixtures, repairs, and hardware development.
- Support prototype builds, hardware integration, and low-volume manufacturing activities.
- Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, bills of materials, assembly procedures, inspection records, and work instructions.
- Assist with testing, validation, demonstrations, and iteration of new drone platforms.
- Maintain serial-number traceability, repair history, configuration status, and inventory transactions.
- Help improve internal build, test, inventory, and engineering-change processes.
- Travel as needed to support testing, demonstrations, and field operations.
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Technical Areas You'll Work In
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- FPV drone integration, configuration, and troubleshooting
- Flight controllers, ESCs, motors, radios, GPS, telemetry, and video systems
- Power distribution and battery systems for drones
- Electronic assembly, cable fabrication, and hardware debugging
- RF communication systems and antenna installation
- Rapid prototyping, 3D printing, and hardware iteration
- Prototype and low-volume manufacturing processes
- Configuration control, quality inspection, and assembly documentation
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Tools & Technologies
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- Soldering stations, crimpers, torque tools, hand tools, and electronic assembly equipment
- Multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and basic RF test equipment
- FPV flight controllers, ESCs, motors, radios, receivers, antennas, and video systems
- PX4, ArduPilot, Betaflight, or similar flight-control platforms
- Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or other CAD tools
- 3D printers and rapid-prototyping tools
- Bills of materials, work instructions, inventory systems, and engineering-change documentation
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Who We're Looking For
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- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical certificate, military technical training, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience building, configuring, repairing, testing, or troubleshooting drones, robotics, electronics, RC aircraft, vehicles, or other electromechanical systems.
- Hands-on soldering, wiring, connector, and electronic-assembly experience.
- Experience building, configuring, repairing, or flying FPV drones.
- Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping.
- Ability to read and follow drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, work instructions, and inspection checklists.
- Experience supporting manufacturing and developing clear assembly or repair documentation.
- Hands-on builder mindset—comfortable assembling hardware, diagnosing problems, and iterating quickly.
- Strong attention to detail, disciplined documentation habits, and a commitment to safe, high-quality work.
- Interest in drones, robotics, RF systems, electronics, or defense technology.
- Self-motivated and able to work on-site in Torrey Pines, San Diego.
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, work at a bench for extended periods, and perform occasional field work in varying conditions.
- Willing and able to travel as needed.
- Must be a U.S. citizen due to the nature of the work.
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Bonus Experience
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- Personal or professional FPV drone, RC aircraft, robotics, or electronics projects
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- IPC/J-STD soldering training or certification
- Embedded firmware loading, configuration, or basic C/C++ experience
- RF systems, antenna installation, or radio troubleshooting
- PCB rework, hardware bring-up, or cable-harness fabrication
- Prototype or low-volume aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or electronics manufacturing
- Creating assembly procedures, bills of materials, inspection records, or technical work instructions
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Why Join Monolyth
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- Work directly on real systems used by Special Operations Forces
- Small team with high ownership and fast decision-making
- Exposure to hardware, firmware, and RF engineering
- Opportunity to gain experience building real-world drone systems
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