UAS Test & Assembly Technician II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Test Technician II to assemble and test Small Unmanned Aircraft System products in our California facility. You will follow engineering drawings and assembly instructions, use our work order system, and help ensure high-quality final products.

You will perform mechanical assembly, troubleshoot, and support documentation improvements with engineering. This role requires attention to safety, Lean practices, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years in manufacturing or electronics assembly/test.
• Experience with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to solder as part of assembly.
• Good manual dexterity and basic computer skills.
• Strong problem solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subassemblies and final assemblies using hand/power tools.
• Test and troubleshoot subassemblies and final assemblies.
• May train other technicians on assembly processes.
• Perform in-process quality checks to ensure high quality.
• Work with engineering to improve assembly documentation and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Hand tools

Soldering

Read blueprints

Lean manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimpers

Drills

Torque wrenches

Power tools

Air tools

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Test Technician II to assemble and test Small Unmanned Aircraft System products in our California facility. You will follow engineering drawings and assembly instructions, use our work order system, and help ensure high-quality final products.

You will perform mechanical assembly, troubleshoot, and support documentation improvements with engineering. This role requires attention to safety, Lean practices, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.