Electronic Technician

AV; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AV in Leesburg, VA is seeking an Electronic Technician to join our team. The role focuses on building, testing, and maintaining moderate electrical systems and components for drone detection technology used by government and commercial customers.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate degree in Electronics or equivalent military experience, 3–5 years of related work, SMT soldering, and proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools. US citizenship is required by ITAR.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electronics or equivalent military experience.
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) soldering experience.
• Effective knowledge of Schematic Capture and PCB layout software.
• Excellent soldering skills.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and tests moderate electrical systems and components.
• Uses measuring and diagnostics tools to test and modify electronic parts.
• Receives instruction on specific objects.
• Receives direction on complex problems and possible solutions.
• Possess effective oral and written communications skills.
• May assist with communications pertaining specific assignments or meetings.
• Possibility of up to 10% traveling.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

SMT soldering

Schematic Capture

PCB layout

Data analysis

Project management

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Prioritize work

US Citizenship

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Military electronics experience

Tools

Schematic capture software

PCB layout software

Testing instruments (oscilloscopes, multimeters)

Job description

Job Description

AV is expanding and we\'re looking for an

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

AV is expanding and we\'re looking for an Electronic Technician to join our team! Our office is located in Leesburg, VA where we provide highly competitive drone detection technologies and services to our government, law enforcement, and commercial customers. Our products provide customers with unique advantages over their adversaries. AV is continually innovating to preserve these advantages.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Constructs, maintains, and tests moderate electrical systems and components.
• Uses measuring and diagnostics tools to test and modify electronic parts.
• Receives instruction on specific objects.
• Receives direction on complex problems and possible solutions.
• Possess effective oral and written communications skills.
• May assist with communications pertaining specific assignments or meetings.
• Possibility of up to 10% traveling.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electronics or equivalent military experience.
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) soldering experience.
• Effective knowledge of Schematic Capture and PCB layout software.
• Excellent soldering skills.
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Working knowledge of Supply Chain operations and associated management systems.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The Salary Range For This Role Is

$24 - $36

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR

• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you\'re ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.