Test Technician III

Worker Type

Job Description

Second Shift - Hours 4pm - 1:30am

Summary

The primary responsibility for theTest Technician IIIwill be to test/assemble Small Unmanned Arial System products in our manufacturing facility following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system.

Position 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 moderately difficult requiring judgement in resolving issues

• Receives little instructions on daily work and general instructions on newly introduced assignments

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• 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

• Experienced 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

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• 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 ones own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

• Ability to frequently use hand tools (e.g. clamps) using light minimal force

• Regularly required to sit for long periods and occasionally stand for short periods

• Frequently lift and/or carry objects of small size between 2lbs and 5lbs

• Frequentlyrequiredto use hand to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls and balance

• Occasionally required to walk

• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; and talk or hear

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

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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