Position Summary

The Shop Technician supports Samson Sky prototype vehicle development by participating in a respectful and collaborative workplace; maintaining a safe, clean, orderly, and operational shop; caring for tools, equipment, and inventory; troubleshooting shop and prototype systems; and assisting engineering, fabrication, assembly, and R&D testing activities. The position requires a can-do mindset, adaptability, accurate documentation, practical problem solving, and consistent attention to safety, cleanliness, accuracy, and work quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in a culture of respect for others and promote a collaborative environment.

• Maintain an orderly, clean, and safe shop in accordance with OSHA and company safety standards.

• Embrace changing priorities and approach shop and prototype needs with a can-do, solutions-focused mindset.

• Manage shop tools, consumables, and inventory; identify replenishment needs and support procurement or vendor coordination.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems associated with shop equipment and prototype work.

• Set up, operate as authorized, and maintain CNC machines, welders, lifts, and general fabrication tools.

• Support R&D operations, including test setup, teardown, equipment staging, and data collection assistance.

• Work with engineering and fabrication teams to build, test, evaluate, and refine vehicle systems.

• Assist with prototype assembly, modification, fabrication, and integration of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.

• Complete assigned prototype-build tasks in accordance with the project plan, drawings, instructions, and safety requirements.

• Maintain accurate prototype-build notes, equipment logs, and records of completed work.

Valuable Final Product

Well-documented and accurate prototype assembly, fabrication, and testing work completed.

Position Statistics

• Percentage of shop “clean/up time” compared with “dirty/down time.”

• Percentage of build tasks completed on time measured against the project plan.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical repair, shop support, vehicle assembly, fabrication, or a related hands-on role.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills.

• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and applicable safety practices.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, drawings, and schematics.

• Ability to perform physical work, lift reasonable weight, climb ladders, and work comfortably at heights when required.

• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently or collaboratively as priorities evolve.

• Computer literacy, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting facilities in aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, fabrication, prototype, or R&D environments.

• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, lighting, building electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and general building systems.

• Experience performing facility inspections and identifying safety, maintenance, cleanliness, and operational deficiencies.

• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, work orders, service histories, inspection records, and equipment logs.

• Experience coordinating facility access and supporting qualified vendors or service providers.

• Experience supporting facility layout changes, equipment installation, workspace modifications, or infrastructure improvements.

• Experience managing maintenance tools, spare parts, consumables, and inventory.

Benefits

Benefits

• Be part of a pioneering team building the future of personal air mobility.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.

• Phantom Stock Bonus Program based on achieving milestones (a form of profit sharing).

• Flexible work environment with opportunities for growth.

• IRA plan with automatic deductions if desired, with a future company matching IRA program.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Unique opportunity to contribute to a revolutionary product.