$23 – $35 / hour
Listed on AeroVironment’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This role involves manufacturing, testing, and troubleshooting electronic systems for unmanned aerial vehicles, including soldering circuit boards and assembling avionics. It suits experienced technicians who can work from engineering drawings and specifications in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
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What they ask for
Required
- High school diploma or GED or trade school certificate
- 5–8 years aerospace or aircraft manufacturing experience
- Computer skills and MS Office proficiency
- Knowledge of translating engineered designs into build instructions
- Ability to read electrical schematics
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings
- Hands-on experience with analog and digital hardware
- Prototype design and development experience with electronic systems and avionics
- Willingness to work overtime and some weekends
- Pass background check and drug test
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- U.S. citizenship
Nice to have
- 2–4 year post-secondary education in electronics, soldering, or related field
- IPC610 J-STD-001 soldering certification
- CAD experience for schematics and hardware design
- Experience in fast-paced R&D environment
- Experience with wiring harnesses, plastics, composites, and PCB manufacturing
- Basic analog and digital circuit troubleshooting and repair experience
- Overall aircraft electronic fabrication experience
- UAV experience
- Ability to multitask and change direction frequently
- Positive attitude and self-starter mindset