Electronics/Avionics Tech II

AeroVironment • Petaluma, CA

8d • $26 - $37

About The Position

The Electronics/Avionics Technician II position is critical in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our avionics systems. This position will be responsible for performing advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of aircraft systems, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electronic systems and will be proficient in utilizing diagnostic equipment and troubleshooting techniques. The successful applicant will have a keen attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. This position necessitates a high degree of technical competence and the ability to interpret complex technical manuals and schematics.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 1 - 2 years of working experience required.
• Excellent wire soldering, stripping, crimping, and heat shrink skills, cable shields including foil and braid.
• Capable of reading and understanding assembly drawings, and written work instructions to produce the highest quality avionics wire harness cables and assemblies.
• Adept at wire harness assembly utilizing schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using dedicated contact crimping tools for attaching connector contacts.
• Experience assembling circular connectors.
• Strong work-ethic and the flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.
• Certifications IPC 610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620
• ITAR U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in wire harness manufacturing role for a UAV company.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical, time management and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and servicing systems
• Diagnosing problems and troubleshooting equipment
• Running tests and completing reports
• Updating and improving existing systems
• Repairing or replacing faulty equipment
• Inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance procedures
• Planning and scheduling repairs
• Use work orders to determine the type and quantity of wire harness and assemblies to manufacture.
• Follow assembly drawings and work instructions to manufacture wire harnesses.
• Ability to master the basic skills needed to solder, strip, crimp, perform heat shrink, manage cable shields including foil and braid.
• Assemble circular connectors based on standard operating procedures.
• Assemble major functional subassemblies for the UAV which incorporate many of the harnesses manufactured in the area.
• This position works with management and engineering for direction on new assemblies.
• Work with the production assistant on new work orders and the stock room personnel to acquire kits to build work orders.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED