Test Technician II

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Test Technician II tests and assembles Small Unmanned Aerial System products in a manufacturing facility, following released engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and work-order procedures. The role involves mechanical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of subassemblies and completed ground-control equipment and air vehicles. The technician works with production and engineering teams to maintain quality, correct or improve assembly documentation, and support new product development when instructions are not yet finalized. The position follows established procedures for routine and semi-routine assignments, with instruction provided for new assignments. It also includes maintaining a clean and safe work environment and may involve training other technicians, performing in-process quality checks, and collaborating with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency and product quality, reduce costs, and validate released documentation. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment involving electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test, 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 analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form instructions.
Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with company employees.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
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, with a focus on the success of the team.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be eligible for an export license; U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training in Electronics or solder certification.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Familiarity with safety and ESD practices.

Responsibilities

Mechanically assemble subassemblies using hand and/or power tools.
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-related documents while maintaining high-quality standards.
Follow work-order protocols and complete 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 standards.
May work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency and product quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and validate released assembly and fabrication documentation.
Follow established procedures for routine work and seek instruction on new assignments as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Work with Engineering on new product development when documentation and assembly instructions are not finalized.
Perform other duties as assigned.