
Picogrid builds a unified platform for unmanned systems.
What they do: Unified platform (software + edge hardware) to integrate sensors and unmanned systems across land, sea, air, and space
Headquarters: El Segundo, California
Recent funding: $12M seed announced March 26, 2024
Customers / use cases: U.S. military, government agencies, and public-safety organizations
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Integration and interoperability of sensors, unmanned systems, and legacy systems for defense, government, and public-safety operations.
2020
Technology, Information and Internet
$12 million
Participants named: Starburst Ventures, Credo Ventures, Giant Step Capital, Domino Ventures, Alumni Ventures
Multiple grant awards listed in company profiles
“Backed by initialized-capital-led seed and public-sector grants (DOE), indicating both venture and government grant support”
Who We Are Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.
About This Role Picogrid is seeking an Assembly Technician to help build the next generation of American defense technology. As a core member of Picogrid’s hardware engineering team, you will help define our engineering culture and product roadmap.
As a Assembly Technician, you will work on the enclosures and structural systems comprising Picogrid's current and future hardware platforms, enabling the deployment of unmanned and autonomous systems into operations around the world.
You will own the mechanical assembly process, from design documentation and work instructions to in-field troubleshooting. You will work collaboratively alongside Picogrid’s world-class engineering team coming from leading technology companies including SpaceX, Google, Twitter, and more.
Responsibilities
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Interview Process
Export Control Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
Compensation Range: $70K - $120K
Assume ownership over the mechanical assembly process, working with the rest of the engineering team in assembling, maintaining, and operating mechanical and electrical systems.
Participate in collaborative design discussions as a SME on manufacturing and assembly practices.
Obsess about quality, look for improvements that speed up and simplify processes.
Perform a variety of mechanical and wiring tasks, including repetitive and bespoke fabrication, final end product assembly, and field maintenance. Use in-house manufacturing capabilities to fabricate custom parts.
Develop manufacturing jigs to increase speed and yield of the manufacturing process.
Follow 3D CAD and assembly drawings to complete assembly and fabrications tasks including:
installing fasteners, rivets, and fittings
building enclosures and brackets
applying gaskets, adhesives, and coatings
Document your work and keep traceable as-built documentation for each piece of hardware you build. Assist in keeping source-of-truth CAD up to date by providing redline feedback.
Leverage modern software tools to increase productivity and improve visibility.
Troubleshoot design proposals and provide engineering feedback as a key member of the development team.
Manage and maintain stock levels for BOM parts and related materials.
Keep your working space tidy and organized. Be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of manufacturing equipment and space.
Respect workplace safety guidelines and take LV DC safety seriously.
Travel 10-25% of your time across interesting and unique parts of the country to perform equipment installations and servicing.