AeroVironment-posted 1 day ago
$26 - $37/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Petaluma, CA

The Avionics Technician II position is critical in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our avionics systems. The Avionics Technician II will be responsible for performing advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of aircraft systems, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electronic systems and will be proficient in utilizing diagnostic equipment and troubleshooting techniques. The successful applicant will have a keen attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. This position necessitates a high degree of technical competence and the ability to interpret complex technical manuals and schematics.

  • Monitoring and servicing systems
  • Diagnosing problems and troubleshooting equipment
  • Running tests and completing reports
  • Updating and improving existing systems
  • Repairing or replacing faulty equipment
  • Inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems
  • Developing and implementing preventative maintenance procedures
  • Planning and scheduling repairs
  • Use work orders to determine the type and quantity of wire harness and assemblies to manufacture.
  • Follow assembly drawings and work instructions to manufacture wire harnesses.
  • Ability to master the basic skills needed to solder, strip, crimp, perform heat shrink, manage cable shields including foil and braid.
  • Assemble circular connectors based on standard operating procedures.
  • Assemble major functional subassemblies for the UAV which incorporate many of the harnesses manufactured in the area.
  • This position works with management and engineering for direction on new assemblies.
  • Work with the production assistant on new work orders and the stock room personnel to acquire kits to build work orders.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • 1 - 2 years of working experience required.
  • Excellent wire soldering, stripping, crimping, and heat shrink skills, cable shields including foil and braid.
  • Capable of reading and understanding assembly drawings, and written work instructions to produce the highest quality avionics wire harness cables and assemblies.
  • Adept at wire harness assembly utilizing schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Experience using dedicated contact crimping tools for attaching connector contacts.
  • Experience assembling circular connectors.
  • Strong work-ethic and the flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.
  • Certifications IPC 610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620
  • Previous experience in wire harness manufacturing role for a UAV company.
  • ITAR U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good analytical, time management and organizational skills.
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
  • For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
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