R&D Technician

ABOUT AIRBOUND Our mission is to make a world where everyone has access to delivery. Where goods move as freely as information moves today. This is possible. Today the cost of moving on a scooter is ₹2/km. That’s the cost of moving a 150kg mass from point A to B. We’re bringing that mass down to less than 5kgs, concurrently bringing the cost down to 10 paise/km. This is how we make deliveries a reality. This is how we create a world where we’re doing billions of deliveries per day. The tech is not there. The current cost of drone delivery is ₹100/km. We need to completely redefine the way things are done here. We’re building the world’s most efficient aircraft from the ground-up, and scaling that up to beyond anything the aerospace sector has ever seen. This cannot be an iterative process. We have to tear down all conventions and build everything up from scratch. To do this, we need nothing less than the best engineers. The ones who care about building something fundamentally different, who are deeply curious about understanding the fundamentals of everything they’re working on, who are dreamers that believe in the impossible. Role Overview We are looking for a hands-on technical professional to support our R&D team with prototyping, machine operation, and maintenance activities. This role will work closely with engineers to ensure smooth execution of builds, testing, and repetitive technical tasks, allowing engineers to focus on core development work. Key Responsibilities: Machine Operation & Maintenance - Operate and maintain 3D printers and other prototyping machines - Perform routine calibration, troubleshooting, and basic repairs - Manage printer setups, material loading, and print quality checks Prototyping & Assembly - Perform soldering and basic electronic assembly tasks - Assist with mechanical assembly of prototypes - Support quick turn builds for R&D experiments SIT Jig Support - Build SIT jigs based on provided designs - Maintain, modify, and troubleshoot existing jigs - Operate jigs during testing cycles and ensure repeatability - Handle repetitive jig execution tasks efficiently and accurately General Lab Support - Maintain lab organization and tool readiness - Coordinate with engineers to prioritize tasks - Document basic procedures and maintenance activities Required Skills & Experience - Hands-on experience operating or maintaining 3D printers, CNC machines, or similar prototyping equipment - Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools - Ability to follow engineering drawings and instructions - Willingness to handle repetitive technical tasks with consistency Preferred Skills (Add-ons) - Soldering experience (through-hole and basic SMD) - Experience building fixtures, jigs, or test setups - Exposure to CNC machining, laser cutters, or shop equipment Education - Diploma / ITI in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) - Equivalent hands-on technical experience will also be considered Salary: 16,000 - 25,000 INR per month + Health Insurance + Transport stipend Please apply only if you are comfortable working from Hoskote, Bangalore WHAT WE OFFER - Comprehensive health insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered - Relocation assistance and a daily travel stipend to ease your commute - Advanced salary credit to support you when you need it - Nutritious, wholesome meals provided daily “A driven, passionate team where you’ll have room to grow and thrive - this is more than just a job, it’s a rare opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up” WORK SCHEDULE: - 1st & 3rd weeks of the month: Monday to Friday. - 2nd, 4th & 5th weeks of the month: Monday to Saturday. READY TO TAKE OFF? [https://app.ashbyhq.com/api/images/user-content/adbd2a80-2455-46bf-a103-138c00a2688a/c3913779-3087-4c1e-9b3d-7013eda1a7ee/image.png]