Facilities Technician

Swarm Aero is redefining air power, building the largest swarming UAV and the most versatile swarming aircraft network in the world. The company is moving quickly to launch the first aircraft designed specifically for swarming, as well as the Command & Control software to mobilize swarms of thousands of heterogeneous autonomous assets and empower human operators to achieve superhuman results.

The team has created and exited multiple startups, negotiated defense deals worth billions of dollars, and designed and built 30+ novel aircraft, with aerospace experience from Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.

About the role

We’re looking for a hands-on Facilities Technician to keep our Oxnard facility running as we grow. You’ll own day-to-day maintenance and repairs across the building, equipment, and grounds, and partner with our manufacturing and engineering teams to support installs, layout changes, and production needs. This is a small team with a broad scope, so you’ll take initiative, work independently, and pitch in wherever the work takes you.

What you’ll do

Handle facilities work orders and repairs across electrical, lighting, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, painting, and carpentry

Run preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment

Support moves, office reconfigurations, cubicle assembly, and conference room and event setup

Operate forklifts and aerial lifts (scissor and boom) to move materials and service equipment

Work with manufacturing and engineering on installing plumbing and wiring for production

Support monthly EH&S inspections and handle waste streams, including recycling, universal waste, and hazardous materials

What you’ll bring

6+ years of facilities maintenance or related trades experience

Hands-on skill with common building repairs and the tools that go with them

Forklift experience and a strong commitment to shop safety

Comfort with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and clear written and verbal communication

High school diploma or GED

Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record

Nice to have

Vocational or trade school training

Experience in a manufacturing or aerospace facility

Aerial lift certification

Physical requirements

This role works in both office and manufacturing environments. It requires lifting up to 50 lbs; standing for long periods; and regularly reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

ITAR requirement

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Swarm Aero is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences and make employment decisions without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability.

What We Offer

Meaningful equity in a high-growth defense technology company

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

Medical, dental, vision, and 401k

PTO and paid sick leave

Monthly wellness stipend

Daily catered lunch (office)

Paid parental leave

Direct impact on a critical national security mission

A world-class team of engineers and operators solving genuinely hard problems