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title: 'Production Technician at Skyryse'
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# Production Technician at Skyryse

- **Company:** Skyryse
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA
- **Posted:** 2026-09-03
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/skyryse/jobs/8178247

## Job description

## PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN - EL SEGUNDO, CA

As a PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) Production Technician you will be responsible for the meticulous execution of assembly, testing, tear-down, and inspection of aviation hardware. You will use your expertise to support the development of SkyOS with adherence to FAA regulations, internal quality management systems (AS9100), and other standards.

This is a full-time onsite opportunity based out of El Segundo, CA.

## RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Demonstrate strong proficiency in soldering, including both through-hole and surface-mount techniques, while adhering to industry-standard workmanship requirements (J-STD-001 & IPC-A-610).
- Ensure compliance with industry certifications, including J-STD-001 & IPC-A-610, or other relevant certifications, and maintain familiarity with their standards and guidelines.
- Carry out PCBA rework, component replacement, and troubleshooting on circuit boards, identifying and correcting solder defects, damaged traces, and other issues in accordance with established rework procedures.
- Perform assembly, tear-downs, inspections, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical components as well as other LRUs.
- Read and understand manufacturing blueprints, wire diagrams, planning documents, test specifications, and other applicable documents.
- Utilize hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, multimeters, and more to assist with testing and assembly of PMA parts.
- Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures.
- Assist with other functions of the manufacturing of aircraft parts as needed.

## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- 4+ years of experience in an aviation production environment
- Certification in J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, or equivalent industry standards, with demonstrated familiarity in applying these standards.
- Experience with assembly instructions, blueprint reading, and other specifications
- Basic computer skills required: (Windows, MacOS, Excel, Gmail)
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime as needed
- Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs

## PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
- Experience working at a startup
- 6+ years of experience in an aviation production environment
- Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) process

WHY SKYRYSE?

- The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
- Hourly Rate: $33.65 - $52.88
- Valuable stock option plan
- Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
- Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
- A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.

## WE WELCOME ALL

Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Employment is contingent upon confirmation of authorization to export in accordance with the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security Export Administration Regulations.

## About Skyryse

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Skyryse is an aviation hardware and software company developing a universal operating system for flight (SkyOS) and its first production helicopter, the Skyryse One, to dramatically improve flight safety.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B)
- **Headquarters**: El Segundo, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Mark Groden

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- **Target Customers**: B2B – U.S. military, law enforcement agencies, private operators, emergency medical services (EMS), and disaster response organizations.
- **Mission/Purpose**: To reduce aviation fatalities to nearly zero by simplifying aircraft control through automation.

## Products & Services
- **SkyOS™**: A universal operating system for flight that automates critical maneuvers (takeoff, hover, landing, autorotation) and provides intelligent envelope protection. Can be integrated into any aircraft type.
- **Skyryse One™**: The first production helicopter fully powered by SkyOS. Features simplified single‑finger controls and automated emergency management, enabling safe flight in degraded conditions (e.g., zero‑visibility landings).

Both offerings combine hardware (cockpit interfaces, actuators) and software (guidance, navigation, and control algorithms).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – $578.5M (as of October 2021 Series B)
- **Annual Revenue**: Estimated $15.0M (per LinkedIn)
- **Notable Investors**: Monashee Investment Management (lead Series B), Eclipse, Venrock, Cantos, Infinite Capital. Advisory board includes former FAA Chief Counsel, former NASA Administrator Dan Goldin, and retired U.S. military leaders.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 15.7% YoY to ~181 employees; LinkedIn followers increased 28.1% YoY. Partnerships span U.S. military, law enforcement, and EMS operators.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Universal Applicability**: SkyOS can be retrofitted into any aircraft, giving the company a broad addressable market beyond a single airframe.
- **Proven Automation Firsts**: First aircraft to achieve fully automated autorotation and zero‑visibility landing, controlled by a single finger swipe.
- **Deep Patent Portfolio**: 60+ patents held by founder Mark Groden in aerial vehicle automation.
- **High‑Profile Advisors**: Decades of regulatory, military, and aerospace experience (former FAA certification chief, former NTSB vice chairman, retired generals) lends credibility for certification.

## Strategic Focus
- **Certification & Scaling**: Working toward formal FAA certification of SkyOS and Skyryse One, while expanding partnerships across military, government, and commercial aviation sectors globally.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring engineers (systems, mechanical, GNC, software), certification specialists, and business development roles to scale operations.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Strong emphasis on safety, simplicity, quality, integrity, and collaboration. Mission‑driven work with a goal of saving lives.
- **Benefits**: Competitive compensation including equity (stock options), comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 20 days accrued vacation plus holidays and sick time, daily catered lunch, free onsite gym, relocation package, and wellness programs.
- **Work Environment**: On‑site roles available at multiple California locations (El Segundo HQ, Hawthorne labs, Camarillo flight line). Engineering team spans software, hardware, GNC, testing, and advanced technologies.
- **Growth**: High‑growth private company with a clear trajectory toward certification and commercialization; employees have ownership stake.

## Sources
1. [skyryse.com](https://www.skyryse.com/)
2. [skyryse.com/about](https://www.skyryse.com/about)
3. [skyryse.com/careers](https://www.skyryse.com/careers)
4. [linkedin.com/company/skyryse](https://www.linkedin.com/company/skyryse)
5. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/skyryse](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/skyryse)

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