UAS Assembly Technician II

Roboticsconnected; 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

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.