Prototype Workshop Technician
- Los Angeles
- On-site
- Hourly salary: $30 - $45
At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.
Your mission
We are looking for a Prototype Workshop Technician to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role that combines mechanical and electrical assembly, prototype fabrication, and workshop development. You will support the build and integration of test rigs, sub-systems, and full-scale prototypes as we develop our electric aircraft. You’ll also play a critical role in setting up and maintaining our prototyping workshop, ensuring it is safe, functional, and efficient.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prototype Assembly & Fabrication:
- Support the assembly of mechanical and electrical components for prototypes and test rigs.
- Assist with wiring, soldering, crimping, and integration of electrical systems and harnesses.
- Perform basic machining, 3D printing, and fabrication tasks (e.g., cutting, drilling, and fastening).
- Collaborate with engineers to build, test, and iterate on functional prototypes.
Workshop Development & Support:
- Help set up workshop infrastructure, including tools, benches, safety systems, and inventory.
- Maintain an organized and well-equipped workshop environment.
- Manage tool calibration, equipment maintenance, and consumable supplies.
Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Provide feedback on design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).
Skills & Requirements
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
- Technical diploma or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronic systems.
- 3+ years of proven hands-on experience in prototype assembly (mechanical and electrical).
- Comfortable with hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
- Experience in an R&D, aerospace, automotive, or startup environment.
- Experience with CAD tools and/or fabrication techniques (e.g., CNC, welding, additive manufacturing).
- Familiarity with test instrumentation, DAQ systems, or low-voltage electronics.
About the company
Heart Aerospace has a clear mission. We work to decarbonize and democratize air travel. We believe in electrification. Not only to bring down emissions and build a sustainable future, but to make flying accessible for the many, around the world.
Electric planes are cheaper to operate and can unlock convenient and effective regional traveling, a market that today is restricted by the difficulty of making a sustainable profit. Our mission is about taking electrification to the skies, helping our customers build their businesses, and the traveling public to access an amazing and sustainable service.
Working at Heart Aerospace is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world more accessible and sustainable. Come help us write a new chapter in the history of aviation together!
We seek experienced and skilled professionals to join our fast-moving team developing a new electric aircraft. We’re in a very expansive phase and now is the time to join our team! Visit our career site and check out what it is like working at Heart.
Heart Aerospace is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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