Senior Solder Technician for Avionics & UAV Systems

AeroVironment; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Solder Technician III to test and troubleshoot electronic and control systems for unmanned air vehicles. You will work from procedures and drawings to fabricate electronic assemblies, solder components, and assemble UAV subsystems.

Ideal candidates bring 5–8 years in aerospace manufacturing, strong electronics skills, and the ability to translate designs into build instructions. Weekend/overtime work may be required; travel for field tests is possible.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• 5–8 years in an aircraft manufacturing or Aerospace R&D environment.
• Strong computer skills and MS Office.
• Able to translate engineered designs into build instructions.
• Experience with electrical schematics.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings/schematics.
• Hands-on experience with analog and digital electronics.
• Prototype design and development of avionics/controls.
• Willingness to work overtime and some weekends.
• Must pass background check and drug test; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, test, inspection, and repair of electrical systems and components.
• Write assembly and test procedures; maintain a detailed notebook.
• Operate and maintain tools in a safe condition.
• Fabricate electronic assemblies for small UAVs from procedures/drawings.
• Fabricate test fixtures; debug subsystems.
• Soldering of electrical and avionic components.
• Assemble/install wire harnesses and UAV systems.
• Repair UAV subsystems; assist prototyping for new designs.
• Field/flight testing may be required.
• Perform tasks with judgment and initiative; may lead a team.

Skills

Soldering

Electrical schematics

Prototype development

Read drawings

MS Office

Overtime availability

Electronics testing

Avionics

Education

2–4 year electronics studies

Trade/technical school

Tools

IPC610/J-STD-001 cert

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Solder Technician III to test and troubleshoot electronic and control systems for unmanned air vehicles. You will work from procedures and drawings to fabricate electronic assemblies, solder components, and assemble UAV subsystems.

Ideal candidates bring 5–8 years in aerospace manufacturing, strong electronics skills, and the ability to translate designs into build instructions. Weekend/overtime work may be required; travel for field tests is possible.