Engineering Development Technician II

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Job Description

Summary

The Engineering Development Technician II will have the opportunity to work on a variety of advanced unmanned systems to develop solutions for a variety of defense and commercial applications. This will include contributing to the development build integration and maintenance of these systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Conducts mechanical electrical and composite fabrication support troubleshooting repair and testing of integrated systems

• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools (Hand tools power tools solder irons manual lathe and mills 3D printers etc.)

• Meet scheduled timelines and in some cases aggressive deadlines to have hardware ready for project milestones

• Attend project meetings to discuss project schedule design hardware status and other critical information

• Effectively document important processes and build techniques for successful readiness of equipment and transition of responsibilities to other individuals

• Build low volume assemblies in the prototype phase of product lifecycle.

• 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.

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and/or equivalent certificate from a technical school

• 3 years of technical experience (emphasis in machining composites rapid prototyping environment and electronics)

• Requires general proficiency with Microsoft Office Software and general computer skills

• Demonstrated familiarity with aircraft and/or Remote Control (R/C) experience

• Good understanding of using machine shop tools and shows proficiency with these systems

• Experience with building fixtures tools and parts or electrical devices

• Good understanding of build/assembly documentation development

• In-depth knowledge including repair and test in at least one area: Fabrication Composites Mechanics Electronics

• Maintain a high level of work practice and ensure all safety guidelines and policies are met.

• Requires local/domestic travel (both driving and flying) to test site locations and participating in development testing

• Must have a valid Drivers license and clean driving record

• Periods of development may require long irregular hours around deadlines weekends and some holidays and in field test environments

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Higher education and Welding certifications are desired

• Experience with 3D modeling and programming software (such as SolidWorks/SURFCAM) desired

• Exposure to 3D additive manufacturing technology desired

• Experience working with composites either wet layup or prepreg materials is desired

• Skills as a machinist and with GD&T desired

• 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

• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

• Has effective problem-solving analytical interpersonal and communication skills. Focuses on teamwork collaboration and puts the success of the team above ones own interests

Physical Demands

• 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

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) per ITAR definition

Clearance Level

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the location the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

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 AeroVironments determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironments 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.

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: also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isnt for everyone. We hire the curious the relentless the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We dont just build defense technologywe redefine whats possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S. AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air land sea space and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonianbut were not building history were building whats next.

If youre ready to build technology that matterswith speed scale and purposetheres no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans. AeroVironment Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability protected veteran status genetic datasexual orientation gender identity or other legally protected status.

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