WindBorne Systems is supercharging weather forecasts with a unique proprietary data source: a global constellation of next-generation smart weather balloons targeting the most critical atmospheric data. We design, manufacture, and operate our own balloons, using the data they collect to generate otherwise unattainable weather intelligence.

Our mission is to eliminate weather uncertainty, and in the process help humanity adapt to climate change, be that predicting hurricanes or speeding the adoption of renewables. We are building a future in which the planet is instrumented by thousands of our microballoons, eliminating gaps in our understanding of the planet and giving people and businesses the information they need to make critical decisions. The founding team of Stanford engineers was named Forbes 2019 30 under 30 and is backed by top-tier investors, including Khosla Ventures and Footwork VC.

Overview

We’re looking for a hands-on, highly adaptable Senior Assembly Technician to join our fast-moving manufacturing and R&D team. This is not your typical assembly line job — you’ll be one of the first to build and test new iterations of our balloon payloads, working closely with engineers to bring designs from prototype to production.

Ideal candidates have experience in R&D labs, NPI (New Product Introduction), or rapid prototyping — and love working with their hands. If you've ever brought a custom build to life from a sketch, tinkered with cosplay or prop fabrication, or been the go-to person for figuring out builds without full instructions, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Build intricate electro-mechanical assemblies for our weather balloon payloads
Work from evolving instructions — often verbal or from early-stage documentation
Collaborate with engineers to iterate on new designs and improve build processes
Solder components onto delicate PCBs and perform electrical tests
Adapt to frequent process changes as our product evolves
Operate and troubleshoot 3D printers to support prototyping and low-volume production

Skills and Qualifications

Comfortable in ambiguity and fast-paced environments
Excellent hand dexterity and attention to detail
Quick to pick up new skills and excited to build what hasn’t been built before
Familiar with hand tools, 3D printers, small parts, adhesives, and delicate materials
Able to communicate clearly and work cross-functionally with engineers and peers
Excited to be part of a mission-driven team solving real-world problems
Soldering and electronics assembly experience

Nice to Have

Prior experience in R&D, NPI, or rapid prototyping environments
Experience with cosplay, prop building, or creative fabrication projects
Familiarity with Linux
Experience working at a startup or on a small team

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Unlimited PTO
Stock Option Plan
Office food and beverages

Salary

$26-$28/hr starting

Location

1600 Bridge Parkway Redwood City, CA 94065. In person required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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