Manufacturing Technician for Fastwater Staffing

HIKINEX

Manufacturing Technician for Fastwater Staffing

National
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    SCOPE OF WORK (DELIVERABLES)

    • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technical specialists on AUV assembly and integration efforts.
    • Build, integrate, and test complex electro-mechanical assemblies into advanced AUV platforms.
    • Route, install, and service high-reliability cabling and wiring harnesses.
    • Design, prototype, and build manufacturing jigs and fixtures to improve build quality and test efficiency.
    • Fabricate and modify machined parts and COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) components as needed.
    • Support all phases of the vehicle development and manufacturing lifecycle, providing direct technical feedback to engineering.
    • Assist in developing, documenting, and optimizing assembly and build workflows.
    • Support the organization, maintenance, and flow of on-site manufacturing areas.
    • Provide potential offshore travel support for field operations and testing as required.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • 3+ years of relevant mechanical/assembly experience (automotive, marine, aerospace, or industrial equipment).
    • Familiarity with standard fabrication processes, basic hand and power tools, and plastic/metal component manufacturing.
    • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, professionally, and cross-functionally.
    • Solid foundational understanding of hardware manufacturing life cycles.
    • Demonstrated experience working from technical documentation, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
    • Commitment to high build quality and personal accountability for deliverables.
    • Hands-on experience assembling, maintaining, and troubleshooting electromechanical systems.
    • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable.
    • Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
    • High level of initiative, adaptability, and focus on meeting project timelines.
    • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Prior experience in subsea robotics (AUVs, UUVs, or marine/underwater systems).
    • Prior material handling/hoisting experience or MA/RI state hoisting credentials (overhead gantry, rigging).
    • Experience working safely around electrical components up to 400VDC.
    • Proficiency with electrical debugging and test equipment, such as digital multimeters.
    • Manual/CNC machining and/or 3D printing experience.