UAV Electronics Technician

Ideal Aerosmith•Rockville, MD

About The Position

Ideal Aerosmith is a leading supplier of precision inertial guidance test systems, flight motion simulators, and a premier provider of aerospace test engineering services, ATE system engineering, and quality contract manufacturing services to the aerospace industry. We're experts and we earn that title everyday with our customers through innovative engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment of world-class motion and electric test solutions and services. Here, we don’t just solve complex problems - we redefine what’s possible. Every role at Ideal Aerosmith supports a lean culture through continuous improvement - ongoing, incremental enhancements to products, processes, or services aimed at reducing waste and boosting efficiency, customer service, and performance. With a team of skilled problem solvers and a culture that thrives on tackling challenges head-on, we are dedicated to our clients' success. Enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and every other Friday off to recharge. The UAV Electronics Technician plays a critical role in the assembly, integration, and validation of electrical and avionics systems within unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This position serves as a hands-on integrator at the aircraft level, ensuring that wiring harnesses, power systems, avionics, communications, and payload components are built, installed, and function together as a reliable, flight-ready system across development, test, and production environments. The role requires a high level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced, iterative environment. This individual will support the full lifecycle of system integration—from prototype builds through flight testing and production—while contributing to continuous improvement of build processes, documentation, and overall product quality.

Requirements

2–5+ years hands-on experience in aerospace, UAV, or similar
Working knowledge of electrical systems, circuitry, and basic electronics principles.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
Must be able to distinguish colors
Ability to travel (domestic and internationally) and obtain a passport.
Due to federal contract requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3).
Proficiency in soldering, crimping, wire termination, and harness assembly.
Ability to interpret schematics, wire lists, and technical documentation.
Experience with: Multimeters Oscilloscopes (even basic) Power supplies
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Effective communication and ability to work with engineering and production teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Basic computer skills for documentation and work instruction access.
Must have the ability to lift and/or carry 45 lbs.
Ability to work for extended periods at computer workstation/keyboard.
Ability to type accurately and efficiently.
The position will require walking, standing, squatting, crouching, stooping, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, sitting, repetitive motion and kneeling.

Nice To Haves

Experience with electrical harnessing, cable assembly, or avionics systems preferred.
Experience in UAV, aerospace, automotive, or related technical environments preferred.
IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 qualification preferred
Familiarity with: Continuity testing Signal verification

Responsibilities

Build and install UAV electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, avionics, sensors, power distribution, and payload components.
Perform aircraft-level electrical integration and system bring-up
Verify end-to-end functionality across power, avionics, communications, and payload systems
Support power-up, checkout, and system validation procedures
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation.
Perform soldering, crimping, wire termination, and harness routing to defined quality standards.
Identify and document discrepancies, nonconformances, and integration issues.
Collaborate with engineering to resolve technical issues and improve designs and build processes.
Support rework, repair, and retrofit activities.
Maintain compliance with quality standards, safety procedures, and tool control requirements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance build quality and efficiency.
Troubleshoot electrical and avionics issues at system level, including power, signal, and communication faults
Use diagnostic tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.) to isolate and resolve issues quickly
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Other duties as assigned.