Antares
Clean Energy
R&DTechnicianIII
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“R&D Technician III at Antares. Skills: fabrication, machining, testing, assembly. Fabricate prototypes. Build test systems”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure adherence to specifications; ensure adherence to quality standards; ensure adherence to safety protocols; products meet performance requirements; products meet reliability requirements
Industry & Context.
identify and resolve technical challenges; problem-solving skills; hands-on approach to technical challenges
off-site travel, work long hours, work weekends, frequently lifting up to 50 lbs, physically demanding tasks, ITAR requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years in a high-performance manufacturing or R&D environment, fabrication, machining, welding, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, test processes, test stand development, aerospace-grade production/quality standards, interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications & processes
Nice to Have
welding techniques, including OTW, developing complex systems from scratch, aerospace industry, nuclear industry, defense industry, advanced manufacturing industries, materials science, precision machining, quality inspection techniques, fluid systems, gas systems, high-voltage systems, automation, robotics, advanced manufacturing techniques, process optimization, lean manufacturing principles, PLM, ERP, manufacturing planning systems, problem-solving skills, hands-on approach, communication skills, leadership skills, build and coordinate a high-performing team
What You'll Do.
Refine manufacturing techniques
Research best practices
Report project status
Build technician team
Mentor technician team
Develop best practices
Document best practices
Resolve technical challenges
Implement corrective actions
Support system testing
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with engineering; Collaborate with engineering; Participate in design reviews; Build and coordinate a high-performing team
Communication Scope
communication skills
Process & Methodology
project status reporting
Full Job Description
About Us At Antares, our long-term mission is to make clean energy abundant from Earth to the Asteroid Belt. We’re fueled by the belief that advanced nuclear energy can strengthen our military, solve the climate crisis, elevate global living standards, and expand humanity's presence in outer space. To achieve our mission, we’re building mass-producible, inherently safe, deployable microreactors that can be used terrestrially, underwater, and in space. Formed in 2023, the Antares team hails from SpaceX, The White House, MIT, Rigetti Computing, The Air Force, General Atomics, Relativity Space, Ursa Major, and National Laboratories like Los Alamos, Idaho, and Oak Ridge. Antares has raised over $130M in venture capital from top-tier investors and has over $13M in government funding. About the Team As an R&D Technician III, you will be at the forefront of our company’s critical operations in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You will take ownership of prototyping, machining, assembly, testing, and fabrication operations, ensuring attention to detail and proper documentation as we develop next-generation nuclear systems. Role and Responsibilities - Work closely with engineering to fabricate prototypes, build and operate test systems while ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols. - Collaborate with engineering to improve designs through rapid iteration to refine manufacturing techniques. - Participate in design reviews, providing input on long term manufacturability, available resources, and design improvements. - Autonomously spec, source, and commission equipment, research new best practices, coordinate resources, and report project status. - Build, lead, and mentor a team of ambitious, quality-focused technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence, teamwork, and accountability. - Develop and document best practices for machining, fabrication, assembly, and quality inspection. - Identify and resolve technical challenges
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