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AV · 3 weeks ago

Avionics Technician III

Petaluma, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

AeroVironment is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Avionics Technician III position is critical for ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of avionics systems, involving advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on aircraft systems.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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

May be required to assist in training other team members

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Wire solderingWire harness assemblyReading schematicsIPC certificationsCrimping tools experienceCircular connectors assemblyProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsTime management skills

Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent is required

2-4 years of working experience required

Requires intermediate to advanced skills in 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

Previous experience in wire harness manufacturing role for a UAV company preferred