Production Technician

About the role

Overwatch Imaging is an imagery intelligence technology company focused on bringing sensor autonomy to critical airborne missions. Their Automated Sensor Operator (ASO) software enhances real-time imagery intelligence systems through advanced edge processing and AI. Founded in 2016, they serve various sectors including wildfire management, disaster response, law enforcement, and border security.

Responsibilities

• Electronics Assembly
• Assemble optical and electronic components using hand tools or power tools
• Assemble cable harness assemblies
• Follow technical drawings or work instructions
• Inspect finished products for quality and compliance with standards
• Quality Control
• Conduct in-process and final inspections
• Record data from quality checks and report deviations to supervisors or QA
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to meet 5S/lean manufacturing standards
• Documentation
• Complete production logs, batch records, or digital tracking systems
• Report any defects, delays, or unsafe conditions
• Maintain accurate records for inventory and material usage
• Collaboration
• Work closely with engineers, supervisors, and quality teams to ensure smooth workflow
• Absorb and implement process improvement initiatives or lean manufacturing events

Requirements

• Required Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree in electronics or technical certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• IPC certification preferred
• Experience and Technical Competence:
• Familiarity with electronics assembly, tools, and safety practices
• Experience with quality control procedures and inspection techniques
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, or work instructions
• Basic computer skills (for data entry, tracking systems, etc.)
• Experience with lean manufacturing and ISO standards

Qualifications

• Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, venture-backed startup business environment
• Motivates and inspires teammates by demonstrating a prodigious work ethic
• Collaborates well in a small team environment with teammates and customers
• Enjoys hands-on work, learning new skills, and taking responsible risks
• Takes pride in seeing new products reach operational use quickly

Skills

• Electronics assembly
• Quality control
• Documentation
• Collaboration

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities: Learn by doing and shape the future of a startup
• Impact Opportunity: Work on missions that matter to keep people safe and make the world better
• Team Collaboration: Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with amazing teammates
• Late Start Wednesday: Focus time away from meetings and calls
• Ownership: Equity/Stock Options in a rapidly growing company
• Health Benefits: Medical/Dental premiums 100% covered by Overwatch Imaging for employees and their families, plus available pre-tax health savings account
• 401K: Employer matching contributions up to 4% of pay

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday