AeroVironment

AeroVironment

Production Technician Lead

Simi Valley, CA

No sponsorship$26k-$40kDetected 6 days ago
ExcelCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringLean Manufacturing

About the role

  • 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").
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
  • May also train other technicians to build a product or follow an established assembly process
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment
  • We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible.
  • As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.
  • Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
  • If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
  • Experienced with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required
  • Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
  • Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company
  • 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
  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required
  • Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
  • Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired
  • Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
  • Some soldering may be required
  • Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired
  • Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
  • Receives little instructions on daily work and general instructions on newly introduced assignments
  • 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 and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Nice to have

  • Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred

Skills

  • Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools.

Compensation

  • The salary range for this role is:

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.

Company info

  • http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
  • We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
  • Principals only need apply.
  • NO agencies please.
  • Experienced in soldering as part of assembly function and duties
  • Founded by legendary innovator Dr.

Equal opportunity

  • 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.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Citizen, U
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