Electrical Technician - UAV / Proto@type Electronics
Direct Hire | $25-$32/hr | Hands-On Electronics & Proto@type Development
Kelly Services is hiring an Electrical Technician to support the development, integration, and testing of advanced unmanned aircraft systems and electronic subassemblies.
This is a hands-on technical role for someone who enjoys building wire harnesses, soldering, terminating connectors, working with PCBs, troubleshooting electrical systems, and turning engineering designs into functional proto@type hardware .
If you like fast-moving development work where you can build, test, troubleshoot, modify, and improve electrical systems, this could be a strong next step.
Job Details
Pay: $25-$32 per hour , based on experience
Employment Type: Temp to hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Location: Van Buren Twsp
Why You'll Want This Job
$25-$32/hour , based on experience
Hands-on work with UAV, avionics, robotics, and proto@type electronics
Build and modify real proto@type hardware
Work closely with engineering teams during product development
Variety of harness fabrication, PCB work, testing, integration, and troubleshooting
Opportunity to support both bench testing and flight testing
Work with advanced electrical and electronic systems instead of repetitive production assembly
Excellent opportunity to grow your skills in aerospace, robotics, UAV systems, and electrical integration
What You'll Be Doing
As an Electrical Technician, you'll support engineers by building, installing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and components used in proto@type unmanned aircraft.
Your work will include:
Wire Harness & Cable Fabrication
Build proto@type wire harnesses and cable assemblies
Cut, strip, crimp, solder, splice, terminate, and label wiring
Assemble connectors, contacts, terminals, backshells, and related hardware
Build assemblies from schematics, pinouts, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
Modify proto@type cables and harnesses as designs evolve
Route wiring with proper strain relief, protection, service loops, and separation
Perform continuity, polarity, resistance, and basic electrical checks
PCB & Electronics Assembly
Prepare proto@type PCBs for installation
Install electronic boards, flight controllers, avionics modules, and power distribution hardware
Perform basic PCB rework and component or connector replacement
Support PCB bring-up and functional testing
Apply and inspect conformal coating
Mask connectors, test points, switches, and mounting surfaces as required
Troubleshoot electrical issues at the board, connector, and system level
UAV Integration & Testing
You may support the installation and testing of systems such as:
Flight controllers
ESCs
Power distribution systems
GNSS / RTK equipment
Telemetry radios
Cameras
Pumps and actuators
Sensors
Other avionics and electronic systems
You'll also:
Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, bench power supplies, and other diagnostic equipment
Assist with bench, ground, and flight testing
Diagnose wiring, power, connector, and communication issues
Build temporary electrical test setups
Perform proto@type modifications and repairs
Document wiring changes, hardware updates, and test results
What We're Looking For
This could be a strong fit if you have 2+ years of hands-on experience in areas such as:
Electrical assembly
Electronics assembly
Wire harness fabrication
Cable assembly
Avionics
Robotics
Automotive electronics
Aerospace electronics
Proto@type development
We're especially interested in candidates with hands-on experience in:
Crimping
Soldering
Wire preparation
Connector termination
Cable and harness assembly
Reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Following pinouts and assembly drawings
PCB handling and installation
Electrical troubleshooting
Tools & Equipment You May Use
Wire strippers and cutters
Professional crimping tools
Terminal insertion and extraction tools
Soldering stations
Multimeters
Bench power supplies
Oscilloscopes
Heat-shrink equipment
Cable braiding and sleeving tools
Electronic test equipment
Preferred Technical Experience
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
IPC-A-610
IPC/WHMA-A-620
PCB conformal coating and masking
Aerospace or military-style harnesses
UAV or aircraft electronics
Robotics
Automotive electrical systems
High-current battery and power wiring
CAN communication
Ethernet
PWM
Shielding and EMI-conscious wiring practices
Braided sleeving and strain relief
Flight controllers
ESCs
GNSS / RTK systems
Telemetry radios
Sensors and companion computers
Experience with connector families such as Molex, JST, Amphenol, Hirose, D-sub, circular connectors, or similar systems is also valuable.
Work Style
This is a proto@type-development environment, so candidates should be comfortable:
Working independently
Handling changing requirements
Supporting rapid design revisions
Troubleshooting problems without always having a perfectly defined answer
Communicating closely with engineers
Documenting changes and test results
Supporting proto@type and flight testing activities
Traveling domestically or internationally when needed
Physical & Work Environment
This position combines office, lab, and hands-on engineering environments.
Candidates should be comfortable:
Sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday
Working at a computer as needed
Performing detailed hands-on electrical assembly
Working around mechanical equipment and proto@type systems
Occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs.
Wearing required PPE
Working around occasional noise, vibration, and changing temperatures
Supporting proto@type builds, testing, and troubleshooting activities
Build the Electronics Behind Advanced UAV Systems
If you enjoy soldering, wiring, troubleshooting, proto@type builds, PCBs, avionics, and hands-on electrical work , this is an opportunity to apply those skills in an advanced product-development environment.
Apply today for this Electrical Technician opportunity with Kelly Services.
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