UGV Technician

Five and Fly•Sunnyvale, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re hiring a UGV technician to support our unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) programs and ensure our platforms are ready to execute in the field. You will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and readiness of Scout’s off-road robotic vehicles and support equipment. You’ll spend most of your week in the shop and in the field, conducting inspections, servicing vehicles in rugged environments, and keeping our fleet in peak condition. This role is highly hands-on: you’ll be diagnosing mechanical issues, troubleshooting electrical systems, repairing and fabricating parts, and ensuring our vehicles perform reliably in mission-relevant conditions. Your work is the backbone that enables testing, data collection, and rapid iteration on cutting-edge autonomy.

Requirements

Proven hands-on experience as a mechanic, technician, or maintainer of off-road vehicles
Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and drivetrain systems
Ability to perform diagnostics, field-level maintenance, and complex repairs
Experience with fabrication, welding, machining, and modification of vehicle components
Familiarity with electrical wiring, sensors, and control systems
Comfortable working outdoors
Commitment to safety standards and preventative maintenance practices
Physical ability to lift, transport, and recover vehicles and components as required
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. Certain job duties may involve access to U.S. export-controlled information

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repair, and inspection of Scout’s off-road unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and support equipment
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
Maintain and service suspension, drivetrains, braking systems, and powertrains
Fabricate, weld, and modify parts as required
Support engineers and operators during field tests, providing rapid maintenance and repair in operational environments
Safely transport, stage, and recover vehicles in diverse terrain and weather conditions
Stay current with vehicle system updates, parts requirements, and technical manuals
Enforce safe maintenance practices and adhere to operational and safety standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure vehicles are prepared for demonstrations, deployments, and field trials