Production Technician II

AeroVironment•Pottstown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician II is primarily responsible for testing and assembling Small Unmanned Aerial System products within a manufacturing facility. This involves following engineering drawings and assembly instructions using a work order system. Key tasks include mechanical assembly of subassemblies using various hand and power tools, with potential soldering requirements. The role also encompasses the final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles, along with comprehensive testing and troubleshooting of both subassemblies and final products. The technician will collaborate with other Production Technicians and Engineering teams to enhance assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and validate assembly/fabrication documentation. Responsibilities also include ensuring adherence to work order protocols, completing necessary paperwork, potentially training other technicians, and conducting in-process quality checks to maintain high standards. The individual will follow established procedures for routine tasks, may receive instruction for new assignments, and is expected to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required
Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
Ability to solder as part of assembly function and duties
Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.
Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements

Nice To Haves

Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred
Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired
Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired
Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
Applies acquired job skills, company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervision
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, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools
Some soldering may be required
Final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles
Testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies
Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high quality standard
Works with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed
May also train other technicians to build a product or follow an established assembly process
May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high quality standards
Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments
Maintains a clean and safe work environment
Other duties as assigned