Electronic Technician

AeroVironment • Sunrise, FL

1d • $16 - $22

About The Position

The Electronics Technician II performs production manufacturing task, building and installing electrical wire bundles, wire stripping, connector terminations, and soldering on aircraft electrical systems.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience of recent hands-on electrical wire bundle manufacturing
• Experienced with electrical schematics required
• Experienced in translating an engineered design into build instructions, which can be used by assembly and test personnel to duplicate the required product performance
• Experienced in and knowledge of how to use wire stripper and crimping hand tools, specialty tools and testing equipment
• Demonstrated familiarity with electronics, including hands-on experience with analog and digital hardware
• Demonstrated knowledge of aircraft electrical systems required
• Experienced and skilled in wiring and soldering is required
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office
• Experienced in and knowledgeable of aircraft manufacturing safety procedures
• Experienced in interpreting and understanding electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug test;
• Must have a Valid Driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability and willingness to work overtime and some weekends

Nice To Haves

• The equivalent of a 2 - 4 year advanced studies beyond High School with emphasis in electronics, soldering, or equivalent job related training in an R&D environment is preferred
• Certificate from a trade/technical school preferred
• IPC610 J-STD-001 Soldering certification is highly desirable
• Prior experience in an aircraft manufacturing or Aerospace R&D environment is preferred
• Proven experience with basic analog and digital circuit troubleshooting and repair desired
• Experience with prototype design and development of electronic systems- including avionics and/or controls highly desired
• Proven experience with overall aircraft electronic fabrication desired
• Overall experience with UAV's is preferred
• Specific experience with wiring harnesses, plastics, composites and printed circuit board manufacturing is highly desirable
• Experience with CAD type design systems for creating schematics and/or hardware preferred
• Demonstrates competency in successfully changing direction frequently and multi-tasking, while maintaining focus
• Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, is a self-starter, works well with within a team
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates competency in working with minimal supervision, advice and assistance
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing, testing, inspection, and repair, of electrical systems and components
• Manufactures and repairs aircraft wiring and wiring harnesses
• Performs operational checkout of aircraft electrical systems
• Performs inspections as required
• Performs in-progress and follow-up inspections during and upon completion of installations
• Soldering of electrical and avionics components
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems discrepancies
• Operates and maintains tools in a safe and serviceable condition
• Helps build prototypes for initial designs and low volume builds that are not yet released into production
• Field testing/Flight testing may be required so some travel may be necessary
• Assists other mechanics/technicians as required
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature, following established procedures on work
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED