Production Technician II

AV; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, based in California, is seeking a Production Technician II to test and assemble Small Unmanned Aircraft System products in its manufacturing facility. You will follow engineering drawings and instructions, using a work order system to assemble subassemblies and final devices.

You will work with hand and power tools, perform testing and troubleshooting, and help improve assembly processes with engineering teams while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 1–2 years in manufacturing/production, electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test.
• Experience with hand tools; soldering required.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty is mechanical assembly of subassemblies with hand/power tools; some soldering may be required.
• Perform final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles.
• Test and troubleshoot subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineering to improve assembly documentation.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Ensure work order protocols are followed and paperwork completed.
• May train other technicians to build products or follow established processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read blueprints

Soldering

Hand tools

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational electronics training

Solder certification

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Tools

Crimpers

Drills

Taps

Torque wrenches

Power tools

Air tools

Job description

Worker Type

Contractor

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Production Technician II will be to test/assemble Small Unmanned Arial System products in our manufacturing facility following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system.

Position Responsibilities

• Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools. Some soldering may be required
• Final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles
• Testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies
• Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high quality standard
• Works with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
• Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed
• May also train other technicians to build a product or follow an established assembly process
• May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high quality standards
• Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
• Ability to solder as part of assembly function and duties
• Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred
• Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired
• Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired
• Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
• Applies acquired job skills, company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervision
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to frequently use hand tools (e.g. clamps) using light, minimal force
• Regularly required to sit for long periods and occasionally stand for short periods
• Frequently lift and/or carry objects of small size between 2lbs and 5lbs
• Frequentlyrequiredto use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and balance
• Occasionally required to walk
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Clearance Level

Public Trust

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

• medical
• dental vision
• 401K with company matching
• a 9/80 work schedule
• a paid holiday shutdown

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

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

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