Overview
Experienced Nanotechnology Engineer | R&D | Sensors | Semiconductors | Cleanroom — Oxford, UK (on-site at Oxford Technology Park).
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assembly Technician to join our hands-on team, assembling real flying products with a focus on payloads and camera systems for drones. This role is ideal for a skilled technician experienced in electronics, camera integration, and SWIR imaging software, responsible for constructing drone-borne imaging payloads from individual components to fully flight-ready units. You will follow precise work instructions, conduct electrical checks, troubleshoot and resolve faults, and maintain meticulous build and test documentation. Daily activities will take place in our Oxford lab, working under the guidance of the Process Engineering Manager and collaborating closely with Manufacturing, QA, and R&D teams.
Location: Oxford, UK (on-site at Oxford Technology Park)
Reports to: Process Engineering Manager
Employment type: Full-time
Responsibilities
* Assemble, integrate, and test electro-mechanical payloads (camera modules, PCBs, lenses, filters, gimbals, wiring harnesses, enclosures) to work instructions and ensure all components meet functional and quality standards.
* Perform electrical verification: continuity/insulation checks, power-up/bring-up, load tests, and basic functional tests using DMM, bench PSU, and oscilloscope.
* Conduct initial calibration and performance validation of SWIR imaging systems within drone payloads.
* Work closely with suppliers to identify, troubleshoot and resolve hardware or software issues (e.g., mis-wiring, intermittent connectors, mechanical interference, ESD damage); escalate recurring issues with clear root-cause notes.
* Assist in the integration of electronics and camera systems with embedded software, contributing to basic software tests and firmware updates.
* Carry out precision mechanical work and support optical/mechanical setup: lens focusing, filter placement, flat-field checks, and basic alignment fixtures as instructed.
* Flash firmware, run end-of-line test scripts/fixtures, and record results in the build log.
* Handle ESD-sensitive devices properly; maintain clean benches/tools and uphold a 5S mindset.
* Assist with incoming inspection, kitting, stock counts, and packaging/dispatch of completed payloads.
* Provide feedback to the Process Engineering Manager on work instructions, jigs, and DFM/DFT improvements.
Qualifications
* Experience with electronics assembly, camera integration, and SWIR imaging systems is preferred.
* Proficiency in electrical verification and basic software/firmware update processes.
* Ability to follow detailed build instructions and maintain thorough documentation.
* Strong collaboration skills with Manufacturing, QA, and R&D teams.
* ESD awareness and practice of good lab hygiene and tool calibration.
Benefits
* Pension scheme for long-term financial security.
* Health insurance covering medical and dental plans.
* Equity stock options, offering a stake in the company's success.
How to apply
Apply now by sending your CV and a short introduction to hr@quantum-solutions.com.
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