Electronics/Avionics Tech II

avav; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking an Electronics/Avionics Technician II in Petaluma, CA to perform advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on aircraft systems including navigation, communications, and flight controls.

The role demands reading schematics, using diagnostic equipment, and precise wire harness work. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience, strong soldering/crimping skills, and familiarity with IPC 610, J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of working experience required.
• Excellent wire soldering, stripping, crimping, and heat shrink skills, with cable shields including foil and braid.
• Able to read and understand assembly drawings and work instructions to produce high quality avionics wire harness cables and assemblies.
• Adept at wire harness assembly using schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using dedicated contact crimping tools for attaching connector contacts.
• Experience assembling circular connectors.
• Strong work ethic and flexibility in a dynamic environment.
• IPC 610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications.
• Previous UAV wire harness manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and servicing avionics systems.
• Diagnosing problems and troubleshooting equipment.
• Running tests and completing reports.
• Updating and improving existing systems.
• Repairing or replacing faulty equipment.
• Inspecting equipment and systems.
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance procedures.
• Planning and scheduling repairs.
• Manufacturing wire harnesses per drawings and instructions.
• Assemble UAV harnesses and subassemblies with management/engineering input.
• Collaborate with production and stock personnel to source kits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Soldering (wire)

Crimping

Heat shrink

Wiring diagrams

Schematics reading

Wire harness assembly

Circular connectors

IPC 610

J-STD-001

IPC/WHMA-A-620

UAV experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Wire harness tooling

Job description

Summary

The Electronics/Avionics Technician II position is critical in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our avionics systems. This position will be responsible for performing advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of aircraft systems, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electronic systems and will be proficient in utilizing diagnostic equipment and troubleshooting techniques. The successful applicant will have a keen attention to detail, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. This position necessitates a high degree of technical competence and the ability to interpret complex technical manuals and schematics.

Position Responsibilities

• Monitoring and servicing systems
• Diagnosing problems and troubleshooting equipment
• Running tests and completing reports
• Updating and improving existing systems
• Repairing or replacing faulty equipment
• Inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance procedures
• Planning and scheduling repairs
• Use work orders to determine the type and quantity of wire harness and assemblies to manufacture.
• Follow assembly drawings and work instructions to manufacture wire harnesses.
• Ability to master the basic skills needed to solder, strip, crimp, perform heat shrink, manage cable shields including foil and braid.
• Assemble circular connectors based on standard operating procedures.
• Assemble major functional subassemblies for the UAV which incorporate many of the harnesses manufactured in the area.
• This position works with management and engineering for direction on new assemblies.
• Work with the production assistant on new work orders and the stock room personnel to acquire kits to build work orders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years of working experience required.
• Excellent wire soldering, stripping, crimping, and heat shrink skills, cable shields including foil and braid.
• Capable of reading and understanding assembly drawings, and written work instructions to produce the highest quality avionics wire harness cables and assemblies.
• Adept at wire harness assembly utilizing schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using dedicated contact crimping tools for attaching connector contacts.
• Experience assembling circular connectors.
• Strong work‑ethical and the flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.
• Certifications IPC 610, J‑STD‑001, IPC/WHMA‑A‑620.
• Previous experience in wire harness manufacturing role for a UAV company.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical, time management and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc. Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
• May require travel to sites/program and special functions.

Environmental Conditions Critical to Performance

• Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and ongoing as required.
• May have some exposure to outside environment while traveling.

Clearance Level

No Clearance

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. 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.

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.

Application Requirements

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.