UAV Avionics Assembler IV New San Luis Obispo, California

Zone 5 Tech; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Zone 5 Technologies is seeking an experienced UAV Avionics Assembler IV to lead avionics assembly activities and ensure high-quality production across multiple programs. You will work with engineers, production technicians, and operations teams to maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include leading assembly, tooling collaboration, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring compliance with AS9100 and FAA requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
• Experience assembling avionics components and wiring harnesses from schematics.
• Mentor and train junior assemblers to maintain workmanship standards.
• Adherence to AS9100, FAA or equivalent quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead avionics assembly execution for a product line or cell.
• Own assembly sequencing, build standards, and workmanship.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering on tooling and work instructions.
• Support production readiness reviews and design transitions.
• Lead investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor Avionics Assemblers I–II and provide process feedback.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Wiring harness assembly

Mentoring teammates

Quality compliance

Tools

Multimeter

MES

Testing equipment

Job description

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.

We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.

Role Summary

The UAV Avionics Assembler IV serves as the technical and process leader for avionics assembly operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and consistency across production builds. Tasks and responsibilities expected for this role include those captured by lower role specific levels.

This role involves working closely with engineers, production technicians, and operations teams to support multiple programs and value streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead avionics assembly execution for a product line, program, or production cell.
• Own assembly sequencing, build standards, and workmanship consistency.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering on tooling, fixtures, and work instruction development.
• Support production readiness reviews, rate increases, and design transitions.
• Lead workmanship investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Train, coach, and support the avionics assembly team of all levels.
• Serve as a key interface between production, quality, and engineering teams.

Responsibilities (Level III)

• Build complex avionics assemblies and high-density wiring harnesses with minimal supervision.
• Execute first-article, prototype, or low-rate initial production builds.
• Interpret incomplete or ambiguous documentation and work with engineering to resolve issues.
• Perform detailed inspections and advanced continuity and isolation testing.
• Support root cause investigations related to assembly workmanship.
• Mentor and train Avionics Assembler I-II personnel.
• Provide feedback on manufacturability and assembly process improvements.

Responsibilities (Level II):

• Assemble avionics components, electromechanical assemblies, 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 liftnon-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.

Responsibilities (Level I):

• Assemble basic avionics components and sub-assemblies following work instructions and engineering drawings.
• Perform wire preparation tasks including cutting, stripping, crimping, and labeling.
• Assist with routing, dressing, and securing wiring in accordance with defined standards.
• Conduct visual inspections to identify obvious defects or workmanship issues.
• Use basic hand tools and test equipment such as multimeters under supervision.
• Accurately complete assembly work instructions and production documentation.
• Follow ESD, FOD, safety, and quality procedures at all times.
• Support senior assemblers and technicians as needed.