Production Technician II

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician II tests and assembles Small Unmanned Aerial 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, with some soldering as needed. It also includes final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles, and testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and finished assemblies. The technician works with other production technicians, engineers, and manufacturing engineers to improve assembly documentation, efficiency, product quality, and manufacturing costs. The role follows work order protocols, completes required paperwork as work is performed, and may train other technicians or conduct in-process quality checks. Work follows established procedures, with instruction potentially needed for new assignments. The technician is also responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment and performing other duties as assigned. The position requires work in a manufacturing environment and access to information regulated by ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under applicable regulations or be eligible for an export license; the posting also states that U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
One to two years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment involving electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and testing, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience using 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.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail; ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR requirements or be eligible for an export license; the posting states U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Vocational training in Electronics or solder certification.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Familiarity with safety and ESD practices.
Ability to work with engineering on new product development when documentation and assembly instructions are not finalized.
Ability to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervision by applying acquired job skills and company policies and procedures.
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 individual, team, and company performance.
Teamwork and collaboration, prioritizing team success.

Responsibilities

Mechanically assemble subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools; perform soldering as required.
Complete 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-related 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 while performing the work.
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 for new assignments as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.