Lead Test Technician: Precision Assembly & Troubleshooting

AeroVironment, Inc.; Strathearn (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician to perform mechanical assembly of subassemblies and final assemblies of ground control equipment and air vehicles.

You will test, troubleshoot, and collaborate with engineering to improve assembly documentation and product quality. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing, strong manual dexterity, and experience with hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2–4 years in manufacturing or production in electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test.
• Good manual dexterity and basic computer operation.
• Experience with hand tools and precision assemblies.
• Ability to analyze and interpret written, oral, diagram or schedule instructions.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically assemble subassemblies with small hand and power tools.
• Perform final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles.
• Test and troubleshoot subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Collaborate with Production Technicians and Engineering to improve documents and quality.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to improve efficiency, quality, and cost, and validate docs.
• Ensure work orders are followed and paperwork completed.
• Train junior technicians in assembly processes.
• Conduct in-process quality checks to uphold high quality standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational electronics training or solder certification

Tools

Crimpers

Drills

Taps

Torque wrenches

Power tools

Air tools

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician to perform mechanical assembly of subassemblies and final assemblies of ground control equipment and air vehicles.

You will test, troubleshoot, and collaborate with engineering to improve assembly documentation and product quality. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in electronics or electro-mechanical manufacturing, strong manual dexterity, and experience with hand and power tools.