Position Summary

The Shop Technician supports Samson Sky prototype vehicledevelopment by participating in a respectful and collaborative workplace;maintaining a safe, clean, orderly, and operational shop; caring for tools,equipment, and inventory; troubleshooting shop and prototype systems; andassisting engineering, fabrication, assembly, and R&D testing activities.The position requires a can-do mindset, adaptability, accurate documentation,practical problem solving, and consistent attention to safety, cleanliness, accuracy,and work quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in a culture of respect for others and promotea collaborative environment.

• Maintain an orderly, clean, and safe shop in accordancewith OSHA and company safety standards.

• Embrace changing priorities and approach shop and prototypeneeds with a can-do, solutions-focused mindset.

• Manage shop tools, consumables, and inventory; identifyreplenishment needs and support procurement or vendor coordination.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and basicelectrical systems associated with shop equipment and prototype work.

• Set up, operate as authorized, and maintain CNC machines,welders, lifts, and general fabrication tools.

• Support R&D operations, including test setup, teardown,equipment staging, and data collection assistance.

• Work with engineering and fabrication teams to build, test,evaluate, and refine vehicle systems.

• Assist with prototype assembly, modification, fabrication,and integration of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.

• Complete assigned prototype-build tasks in accordance withthe project plan, drawings, instructions, and safety requirements.

• Maintain accurate prototype-build notes, equipment logs,and records of completed work.

Valuable Final Product

Well-documented and accurate prototype assembly,fabrication, and testing work completed.

Position Statistics

• Percentage of shop “clean/up time” compared with“dirty/down time.”

• Percentage of build tasks completed on time measuredagainst the project plan.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical repair, shop support,vehicle assembly, fabrication, or a related hands-on role.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshootingskills.

• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, shop equipment,and applicable safety practices.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals,blueprints, drawings, and schematics.

• Ability to perform physical work, lift reasonable weight,climb ladders, and work comfortably at heights when required.

• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independentlyor collaboratively as priorities evolve.

• Computer literacy, valid driver’s license, and reliabletransportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting facilities in aerospace, automotive,manufacturing, fabrication, prototype, or R&D environments.

• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, lighting, buildingelectrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and general building systems.

• Experience performing facility inspections and identifyingsafety, maintenance, cleanliness, and operational deficiencies.

• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, workorders, service histories, inspection records, and equipment logs.

• Experience coordinating facility access and supportingqualified vendors or service providers.

• Experience supporting facility layout changes, equipmentinstallation, workspace modifications, or infrastructure improvements.

• Experience managing maintenance tools, spare parts,consumables, and inventory.

Benefits

Benefits

• Be part of a pioneering team building the future ofpersonal air mobility.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.

• Phantom Stock Bonus Program based on achieving milestones(a form of profit sharing).

• Flexible work environment with opportunities for growth.

• IRA plan with automatic deductions if desired, with afuture company matching IRA program.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Unique opportunity to contribute to a revolutionaryproduct.