Aircraft Integration Technician 3

Job Overview

The Aircraft Integration Technician 3 is responsible for performing complex installation, modification, and integration of various aircraft systems and components. They work closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure proper integration of avionics, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Essential Functions

• Perform the installation and checkout of UAV electrical and electronic devices
• Utilize hand and power tools during assembly and fabrication
• Utilize multimeters and probes to conduct troubleshooting and diagnostics on equipment wiring.
• Perform cable assembly and repairs
• Assemble components including switches, electrical controls, and junction boxes
• Perform work on integration, fuselage/airframe, programming, checkout and GCS portions of UAV.
• Perform QA inspections in order to complete QA sheets
• Follow work instructions and/or peer guidance on proper assembly while also providing support to other less experience members of the team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of all portions of UAV maintenance.
• Advanced avionics and mechanical integration skills.
• Strong ability to provide mentorship/guidance to other members of the team.
• Trusted to manage a portion of their section.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to work with leads on production issues.
• Excellent ability to work efficiently with team members, independently, and cross-functionally.
• Ability to read and understand prints and layouts.
• Ability to meet daily/weekly production goals with critical time schedules

Education / Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree is a plus

Experience

• 7-9 Years of experience in a production and/or assembly environment
• Proven knowledge of competencies for skill level can be used in lieu of experience.
• Working experience working on integration, fuselage/airframe, programming, checkout and GCS portions of UAV or similar aircrafts.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to lift up to 15 pounds
• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX Aerospace

AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.