Test Equipment Engineering Technician III

AeroVironment • Simi Valley, CA

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About The Position

The Test Equipment Engineering Technician III independently supports and leads the development, build, integration, deployment, and sustainment of complex electro-mechanical test equipment and tooling for advanced unmanned systems supporting defense and commercial applications. The role partners closely with engineering teams, provides technical leadership in fabrication and rapid prototyping, and contributes to design improvement, validation, and process optimization efforts.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and/or equivalent certificate from a technical school
• Experience in designing the following types of parts: machined parts, simple composite parts, sheet metal parts, wire & cable assemblies, mechanical assemblies.
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience designing complex electro-mechanical assembly systems.
• Proven experience in creating engineering drawings in compliance with ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices, Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and other applicable ASME Y14 series standards.
• Demonstrates understanding of engineering configuration management processes and material properties.
• Hands-on skills such as soldering, circuit prototyping, wiring etc.
• Requires general proficiency with Microsoft Office Software and general computer skills
• Analyze designs for potential improvement in terms of efficiency, manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and material selection.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and able to work well with others across disciplines.
• Demonstrates competency in interpreting instructions given by engineering team (verbal or written), asking for clarity where needed, and updating or generation of documentation, which could include drawings and procedures
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Requires manual dexterity and ability to effectively use machining tools, both manual and automated
• Requires use of soldering iron to assist with electrical assembly
• Ability to move and/or carry heavy equipment
• Ability to meet California laws governing the acceptable use of a respirator.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds as well as objects of varying sizes and shapes for setups and assemblies for various internal customers
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and/or telephone keyboard
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), per ITAR definition

Nice To Haves

• Some experience with SolidWorks EPDM.
• Experience in designing tooling or test equipment is preferred.
• Familiarity with PCB design process
• Candidate may have the opportunity to receive FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot's license but not required
• In-depth experience with 3D additive manufacturing technology desired

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assembly and integration of electro-mechanical test systems, tooling & fixtures.
• Responsible for sustaining electromechanical, automated test equipment and fixtures on the production floor as well as supplier sites.
• Assist test equipment and tooling designers in design from initial concept through build, test and customer deployment.
• Take ownership of significant portion of the test equipment fabrication, validation, deployment and process improvements.
• Experienced with assembly and PCBA test methods.
• Designs and implements circuit boards. This includes component selection, schematic capture, board layout, board bring-up, and documentation.
• Conducts mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of integrated systems.
• Responsible for operating and maintain shop equipment and tools (Hand tools, power tools, solder irons, manual lathe and mills, 3D printers, etc.), and tracking projects, and ordering materials.
• Instructs and teaches Engineering team members on using shop equipment safely, properly and effectively.
• Provide specialized rapid prototyping fabrication and assembly services to build prototype product hardware.
• Meet scheduled timelines and, in some cases, aggressive deadlines to have hardware ready for project milestones
• Provide planning assistance for rapid prototyping activities to support overall product development project goals and milestones.
• Effectively document important processes and build techniques for successful readiness of equipment and transition of responsibilities to other individuals
• Lead technician support to engineering projects.
• Responsible for Fabrication of development test fixtures, tools or molds
• Provide product design feedback to the engineering team to improve product performance, manufacturability, safety, reliability, and cost.
• Ensure that laboratory and machine shop areas and equipment are safe, clean, in good working order, and organized for all engineering staff to efficiently work.
• Maintain and participate in explosives safety program.
• 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.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
• We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED