R&D Technician
- Location
- Seattle, WA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- electronics assembly
- multimeter and oscilloscope use
- soldering
- troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems
Also useful
- UAV or robotics experience
- 3D printing
- CNC machining
- environmental and stress testing
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Flexible time off
About This Role
We are looking for an R&D Technician to support the development, testing, and refinement of our cutting-edge drones and public safety products. In this role, you will work hands-on with prototypes, conduct experiments, troubleshoot hardware issues, and collaborate closely with engineers to bring innovative concepts to life. Your expertise in electronics assembly, fabrication, testing, and problem-solving will be critical in accelerating product development and ensuring high-quality performance in real-world conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble, test, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components for drones and other public safety products.
- Conduct experiments and performance tests, collecting and analyzing data to support R&D initiatives.
- Work closely with engineers to refine prototypes, provide feedback, and iterate on designs.
- Operate and maintain lab equipment, tools, and test rigs to support development efforts.
- Document test results, procedures, and findings to improve product design and reliability.
- Assist with component fabrication using techniques such as 3D printing, CNC machining, and soldering.
- Support field testing, including setup, monitoring, and data collection.
- Ensure safety protocols and best practices are followed in all R&D activities.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in a hardware R&D or prototyping environment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience with tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, soldering irons, and power tools.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
Preferred Skills
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience working with UAVs, robotics, or autonomous systems..
- Knowledge of material properties, adhesives, and fasteners for hardware development.
- Experience with environmental and stress testing for ruggedized hardware.
Brinc Culture Values
- Try the hard stuff
- Be innovative - Invent the future
- Move fast
- Listen to end-users
- Strive for excellence
- Don’t build a dystopia
- Be frugal
- Save lives through technology
Additional information
If you’re interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you’ll apply. We’d love to review your application and get to know more about you!
Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
- 401K plan
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
- Flexible work environment
- Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
- Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)
About Brinc
At BRINC, we are building the technology that will define the future of emergency response. As a vertically integrated U.S. drone technology company, BRINC designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems, autonomous drone stations, command-and-control software, and advanced autonomy for public safety.
Today, BRINC deploys Drone as First Responder (DFR) networks that dispatch drones directly to 911 calls, providing real-time aerial intelligence before ground units arrive and helping first responders make faster, safer decisions.
BRINC serves more than 1,000 public safety customers across all 50 states, is the sole drone supplier to Motorola Solutions, and has raised more than $280 million from leading strategic and technology investors, including Motorola Solutions, Index Ventures, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, and others.
BRINC is recruiting exceptional engineers to build the next generation of autonomous emergency-response technology, including flight-critical firmware and advanced pilot-assistance capabilities.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity.
We’re committed to hiring the best talent - regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances - and empowering every employee so they can do their best work.
If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance.
From BRINC Drones's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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