Founding Drone & Avionics Technician

Founding Drone & Avionics Technician role at SE3 Labs

About SE3Labs: SE3 Labs is building Spatial AI by combining 3D computer vision with large language models (LLMs). We are focused on high-performance, real-world robotic systems (starting with UAVs) and are looking for a hands-on operator to bring these machines into the real world.

The Role

As our Founding Drone & Avionics Technician , you will help get our fleet of autonomous drones flight-ready. You will establish our professional-grade avionics shop, build harnesses and integration workflows, and ensure every system is measured, tested, and flight-proven. You will collaborate with the engineering team and contribute initiative to improve how we work.

What You’ll Work On

• Wire & Build: Assemble and test prototype avionics units, including harnesses and electrical subsystems for UAVs
• Integrate & Checkout: Install, measure, and verify electronics inside flight vehicles, ensuring robust, repeatable, and high-quality integration
• Own the Shop: Set up, organize, and maintain the avionics workspace by selecting quality tools and building out a scalable integration process
• Improve & Suggest: Identify design flaws, propose improvements, and help accelerate development
• Test & Feedback: Support qualification and development testing, from vibration to thermal tests, and provide feedback to engineering

Your Profile

• You’ve completed a technical apprenticeship or training in a relevant field (e.g., Fluggeräteelektroniker, Elektroniker) or you’re EASA-certified
• You bring 3+ years of hands-on experience wiring harnesses and electronics, ideally in aerospace or high-reliability systems
• You are proficient in soldering wires, connectors, and PCBs, and you know aerospace crimping and wire tools
• You’re comfortable using electronic diagnostic tools and have a solid grasp of troubleshooting workflows
• You care about precision, build quality, and structure; you believe great systems start with clean, reliable integration
• You bring a proactive, organized approach and a deep sense of ownership
• Conversational English is a must; German is a strong plus

Especially Valued Bonus Skills

• Experience with sensors, signal chains, and testing setups
• Operating or tuning drones and the corresponding field experience
• Familiarity with CAD, PLM, or MES systems
• Experience running environmental tests like vibration or thermal

Perks & Benefits

• Get Certified: Training to become a certified drone pilot
• 31 Paid Days Off: 30 vacation days plus your birthday off
• Well-being Access: Free gym, yoga, and wellness through EGYM Wellpass
• Team Offsites: 2 company retreats per year
• Mentorship: Work with experienced engineers and receive professional mentorship

Our Process

• Intro Call (20 min): Introduction with Michael, Chief of Staff
• Technical Interview (45 min): With Lukas, Hardware Lead
• Onsite Trial/Case (1.5 hrs): Build or test something together with the Hardware Team
• Team Dinner/Lunch: Culture-fit discussion

Open Roles & Location

Locations include Munich, Bavaria, Germany; additional postings include roles in aircraft electronics technique and avionics leadership.

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