Test Technician Team Lead

Aerovironment•Simi Valley, CA

64d•$30 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Summary The primary responsibility of the Test Technician Team Lead is to test (Small Unmanned Aria System) (Loitering Munition Systems (LMS)) products in our manufacturing facility following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system. Often serves as facilitator and lead, mentoring less experienced Technicians.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED Equivalent
Minimum of 2-4 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
Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required
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
Able to perform problem solving analysis 5 whys
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred
Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired
Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired
Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
Receives little instructions on daily work and general instructions on newly introduced assignments
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 and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small 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
Work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
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
Maintains a clean and safe work environment
Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments
Works with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations
Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior level Test Technician
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.

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