R&D Technician

As a Technical Professional at Airbound, you will be responsible for supporting the R&D team in prototyping, machine operation, and maintenance activities. Your role will involve working 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 Qualifications Required: - 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 + Free Transport About Airbound: Airbound's mission is to make a world where everyone has access to delivery, ensuring goods move as freely as information does today. By reducing costs and redefining the way drone delivery is done, we aim to create a world where billions of deliveries are made daily. We are building the worlds most efficient aircraft from the ground-up and are looking for the best engineers who believe in building something fundamentally different and dream of achieving the impossible. What We Offer: - Comprehensive health insurance for you and your loved ones - Relocation assistance and daily travel stipend - Advanced salary credit for support - Nutritious meals provided daily Work Schedule: - 1st & 3rd weeks of the month: Monday to Friday - 2nd & 4th weeks of the month: Monday to Saturday - Enjoy a consistent 5-day/6-day alternating schedule Apply only if you are comfortable working from Hoskote, Bangalore. Join our driven, passionate team and have the rare opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up at Airbound. As a Technical Professional at Airbound, you will be responsible for supporting the R&D team in prototyping, machine operation, and maintenance activities. Your role will involve working 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 Qualifications Required: - 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 + Free Transport About Airbound: Airbound's mission is to make a world wh