Production Technician II

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician II tests and assembles Small Unmanned Arial System products in a manufacturing facility, following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions and using a work order system. The role primarily involves mechanical assembly of subassemblies with hand and power tools; soldering may also be required. The technician performs final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles, and tests and troubleshoots subassemblies and completed assemblies. The technician works with other production technicians, engineering, and manufacturing engineers to address and improve assembly documentation, assembly efficiency, product quality, manufacturing costs, and released assembly and fabrication documentation. The role follows work order protocols and completes paperwork as work is performed. It may include training other technicians and conducting in-process quality checks. Work generally follows established procedures, with instruction potentially needed for new assignments. The technician also maintains a clean and safe work environment and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools, and air tools.
Ability to solder as part of assembly duties.
Good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with company employees.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail; ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to frequently use hand tools, including clamps, with light, minimal force.
Regular ability to sit for long periods and occasionally stand for short periods.
Ability to frequently lift and/or carry small objects weighing 2–5 pounds.
Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and to balance.
Ability to occasionally walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.
Close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR requirements or be eligible for an export license; some positions require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements. The posting also states ITAR U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Vocational training in Electronics or solder certification.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Familiarity with safety and ESD practices.
Experience working with Engineering on new product development when documentation and assembly instructions are not finalized.
Ability to apply acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to assigned tasks under minimal supervision.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
Ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
Commitment to learning from mistakes and improving personal, team, and company performance.
Focus on teamwork and collaboration, putting team success above personal interests.

Responsibilities

Mechanically assemble subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools; perform soldering when required.
Perform final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles.
Test and troubleshoot subassemblies and final assemblies.
Work with production technicians and Engineering to correct and improve assembly-process documents to meet quality standards.
Work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency and product quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and validate released assembly and fabrication documentation.
Follow work order protocols and complete work order paperwork as work is performed.
May train other technicians to build products or follow established assembly processes.
May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure products meet established quality standards.
Follow established procedures on routine work and seek instruction on new assignments as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.