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R&D Technician
BRINC Drones
About BRINC:
At BRINC, we are redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. Our journey started with the development of drones and ruggedized throw phones, designed to access unsafe areas and establish communication to de-escalate situations. Today, we've expanded into creating and deploying 911 response networks, where drones are dispatched to 911 calls to provide real-time visual data, enhancing safety and enabling de-escalation-focused responses. Our cutting-edge solutions are utilized by over 500 public safety agencies across America. At BRINC, we are committed to recruiting the world's best talent to join us in our mission to support first responders in saving lives.
About this Role:
We are looking for a Senior 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:
5+ 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.
Familiarity with CAD software for reviewing and modifying designs.
Knowledge of material properties, adhesives, and fasteners for hardware development.
Experience with environmental and stress testing for ruggedized hardware.
Part 107 pilot certification
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
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!
BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an environment that prioritizes safety, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are 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. We empower every employee to do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please inform our recruiting team—we strive to provide appropriate accommodations and assistance.
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
Paid time off
Flexible work environment
Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
Free parking (Seattle office)
Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)
Salary: $78,000 - $85,000
Should you receive an offer, please expect that it can fall anywhere within this range. A multitude of factors will determine a fair salary based on scope of role within the organization, years of relevant experience, specific skills, and evaluation of capability to execute in role successfully (among other critical factors).
Compensation listed below may also be included in an offer. This will be based on the nature of your employment with Brinc and/or the country within which you work
Equity (stock options)
