Lead Test Technician – UAV Subassemblies & QA

avav; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AV is seeking a Test Technician Team Lead to test and assemble Small Unmanned Aircraft System components and Loitering Munition Systems in our California facility. You will mentor junior technicians and oversee adherence to high-quality assembly and testing standards.

You will guide others, resolve issues, and work with engineering on new product development while maintaining a safe, organized work environment. Strong manual dexterity and tool experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years in manufacturing/production environment in electronics or electro‑mechanical assembly and test.
• Good manual dexterity and basic computer operation.
• Experience with hand tools including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail.
• 5 whys problem solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools.
• Final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles.
• Testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Collaborate with Production Technicians and Engineering to improve assembly documents and processes.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to improve efficiency, quality, costs, and validate documentation.
• Ensure work order protocols are followed and paperwork is completed as items are built.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Computer operation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

5 whys problem solving

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Crimpers

Drills

Taps

Torque wrenches

Power tools

Air tools

Job description

AV is seeking a Test Technician Team Lead to test and assemble Small Unmanned Aircraft System components and Loitering Munition Systems in our California facility. You will mentor junior technicians and oversee adherence to high-quality assembly and testing standards.

You will guide others, resolve issues, and work with engineering on new product development while maintaining a safe, organized work environment. Strong manual dexterity and tool experience are essential.