Engineering Development Technician IV

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Development Technician IV is part of a design team focused on the development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems. This will include all levels and facets of design from conceptual clear through the detailed design and will include building and testing of these systems. To qualify for this position, one must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering
2 – 4 years' related experience
5 + years of current experience using CAM tools (MasterCam, Surfcam, HSM)
CNC vertical machine operating experience required
Demonstrated competence in mechanical engineering process and design/analysis tools
Experienced working with and understanding schematics, diagrams, and defined plans for testing
Proficient with SolidWorks
Experienced in and proficient with MS Office and other office productivity tools

Nice To Haves

Experience with SolidWorks EPDM is preferred
Experience in designing tooling or test equipment is preferred
Demonstrates competency in solving basic structural dynamics problems
Demonstrates understanding of engineering configuration management processes and material properties
Demonstrates understanding of environmental testing, including shock and vibration
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
Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices, or specialized test equipment
Performs programming in CAM and operating of CNC milling 3 axis to 5 axis machines
Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to perform testing, checkout, and trouble-shooting functions
Design work shall be accomplished using CAD tools (SolidWorks), simulation tools (SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS), and rapid prototyping techniques (3D printing, etc.).
Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions
Assists in the design, construction, test, and check-out of test equipment
Uses manufacturing, test, development, or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized test apparatus
Other duties as assigned