Senior UAV Avionics Assembler – High-Complexity Wiring

Zone 5 Technologies; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Zone 5 Technologies in the United States is seeking a UAV Avionics Assembler III to join a team delivering high‑reliability avionics assemblies and wiring harnesses. You will work closely with engineers, technicians, and operations to support multiple programs and value streams, with hands‑on assembly and rigorous quality checks.

The role emphasizes reading engineering drawings, performing detailed inspections, and contributing to root cause investigations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with significant experience or technical degree.
• 3-5 years of avionics or aerospace electronics assembly experience.
• Advanced knowledge of wiring practices, connector systems, and workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble avionics components and wiring harnesses from engineering drawings and schematics.
• Perform wire terminations, connector installations, and harness routing to specification.
• Conduct continuity checks and basic functional testing.
• Identify and elevate non-conformances and workmanship issues.
• Maintain accurate as‑built documentation and material traceability via MES.
• Adhere to AS9100, FAA, and internal quality requirements.
• Collaborate with quality and manufacturing engineering to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Avionics assembly

Wiring harnesses

Reading engineering drawings

Electrical workmanship

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree

IPC 620 certification

Tools

Multimeters

Test equipment

MES documentation

Job description

Zone 5 Technologies in the United States is seeking a UAV Avionics Assembler III to join a team delivering high‑reliability avionics assemblies and wiring harnesses. You will work closely with engineers, technicians, and operations to support multiple programs and value streams, with hands‑on assembly and rigorous quality checks.

The role emphasizes reading engineering drawings, performing detailed inspections, and contributing to root cause investigations.