Wild West Systems, Inc.

Wild West Systems builds autonomous defense systems that detect and defeat modern drone threats to critical infrastructure and military forces. It develops counter-drone hardware and software…

AIAsymmetric WarfareAutonomous TechnologyCounter-DroneDefenseSurveillanceUAVwildwestsystems.com

Wild West Systems, Inc.

Wild West Systems builds autonomous defense systems that detect and defeat modern drone threats to critical infrastructure and military forces. It develops counter-drone hardware and software…

AIAsymmetric WarfareAutonomous TechnologyCounter-DroneDefenseSurveillanceUAVwildwestsystems.com

HQAustin, US

Team Size7

Open Jobs5

Total Funding$116K

Latest Fundraise10 months ago

Join the Team

Generalist Technician – Machining, Propulsion, Assembly & Testing

On-SiteLeander, TX, US

On-Site • Leander, TX, US

Startup jobs. A lot of them.

Your next opportunity is in here somewhere. Sign up to explore 70,000+ startups and their open roles. No spam. No gamification. Just jobs.

70,000+

Startups

80,000+

Open Roles

3,900+

New This Week

Mobile Developer

Part-timeNovi Sad, RS

Part-time • Novi Sad, RS

Product Designer

Part-timeTel Aviv

Part-time • Tel Aviv

Mobile Developer

Part-timeCambridge, GB

Part-time • Cambridge, GB

DevOps Engineer

Part-timeBerlin, DE

Part-time • Berlin, DE

Technical Writer

InternshipNew York, US

Internship • New York, US

AI Researcher

InternshipUtrecht, NL

Internship • Utrecht, NL

About Wild West Systems Wild West Systems is a defense technology startup redefining autonomous edge defense through modular, AI-powered weapon systems-designed, built, and launched in the USA. We're arming the future warfighter with precision, affordability, and swagger. If you're ready to embrace the grit and chaos of cutting-edge defense innovation, welcome to the frontier.

Why This Role Matters

As our Generalist Technician, you're the hydraulic fluid in the gears-the person who literally turns ideas into functioning weapon systems. You'll machine parts, wire electronics, mix propellants, maintain 3D printers, support test operations, and keep our manufacturing humming. There's no "that's not my job" here-only "let's get it done." Your work directly arms the warfighter, and that's a responsibility we don't take lightly.

Responsibilities

Machine & Program: Operate & program 5-axis CNC, manual mills, and lathes for prototype and production work.
Electrical & Assembly: Build and wire harnesses, solder components, assemble mechanical and electromechanical systems.
Propulsion Support: Safely mix, mold, and handle propellants under strict protocols.
Additive Manufacturing: Maintain, troubleshoot, and run 3D printers to support iterative design.
DFM & Engineering Collaboration: Provide feedback to improve manufacturability and support engineers in rapid design iterations.

Required Qualifications

Solid hands-on experience with 5-axis machining, manual mills, and lathes.
Proficiency in electrical wiring, harness assembly, and soldering.
Problem-solving mindset; comfort working independently in high-stakes environments.
U.S. citizenship or ITAR-compliant status (green card, refugee/asylee, or eligible for required export authorization).
Thirst for ownership, bias for action, and ability to roll with fast-moving priorities.
Fierce American pride and dedication to the mission.

Preferred Experience

Background with pyrotechnics or rocket propulsion systems.
Hands-on with additive manufacturing and 3D printer maintenance.
Experience applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
Track record in startup environments or small-team, high-impact roles.

What You'll Find at Wild West Systems

A high-velocity, mission-driven culture that thrives on grit, ingenuity, and disruption.
The chance to architect-literally build-the future of autonomous drone defense.
Clear impact: your work goes from bench to battlefield, quickly.
A tight-knit team that's rewriting the rules of engagement for a new era in warfare.

Salary: $19.00 per hour