Test Technician II

AeroVironment • Petaluma, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Test Technician II is primarily responsible for the testing/assembling of Medium Uncrewed Arial System products in our manufacturing facility, following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system. The role involves mechanical assembly of subassemblies, final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles, and testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies. The technician will work with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve documentation related to the assembly process, ensuring high-quality standards are met. Responsibilities include following work order protocols, completing paperwork accurately, and potentially training other technicians. The role may also involve conducting in-process quality checks, collaborating with manufacturing engineers to improve efficiency, quality, and reduce costs, and validating assembly/fabrication documentation. The technician will follow established procedures for routine work and require instruction for new assignments, while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This position also supports new product development efforts where documentation is not finalized and works on semi-routine assignments. The company is looking for individuals with strong initiative, a drive to accomplish goals, ownership of work, a commitment to learning, and a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent
• Minimum of 1 -2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test is required 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 solder as part of assembly function and duties
• Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
• Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired
• Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company
• 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

• Mechanical assembly of subassemblies using hand and/or power tools
• 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
• 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
• May work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
• Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature
• Follows established procedures on routine work, requiring instruction on new assignments
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K with company matching
• a 9/80 work schedule
• a paid holiday shutdown

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED