Worker Type

Contractor

Job Description

 

Summary

The Composite/Design Technician II works closely with Manufacturing and Engineering teams in the production of composite structures and components.

Position Responsibilities

Works in a production environment and will be responsible to adhere to weekly delivery schedulesSurface prep, using grit blast, hand abrade and power abrasion techniquesAssembly of composite structures including setup, bonding, and fastener applicationsWorks with and fabricates tooling, fixtures, jigs, etc. from a variety of materialsPrepreg and wet layup fabrication techniques, including vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing.Machine shop equipment operation (mill, lathe, table saw, band saw, etc)Works with and fabricates tooling, fixtures, jigs, etc. from one or more materialsTooling fabrication from various materials such as aluminum, composites, and woodUse precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, scales, micrometers) to check work performedAdheres to all safety requirementsWorks on assignments that are semi-routine in nature, following established procedures on routine workApplies acquired job skills and company policies & procedures to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervisionOther duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

High School diploma or GED equivalent is requiredMinimum 1 – 2 years of composite fabrication experience or equivalent combination of experience and educationExperienced with Pre-preg and wet layupDemonstrated knowledge of composite industry-specific structures, techniques and practicesExperienced with more complex composite materials and techniquesDemonstrated knowledge of reading precision measuring devicesDemonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity with the proper usage of mechanics hand tools and power tools and equivalent previous experienceBasic knowledge in using precision measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.)Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawingsDemonstrated computer proficiency and ability to download work instructions, as applicableExperienced in calculating math dimensions working with sample parts, sketches and/or verbal instructions for fabricating details, as required

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Technical courses preferredExperience in aircraft/aerospace assembly preferredWorks well in a team environmentAble to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of dutiesDisplays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectivesTakes ownership and responsibility for current and past work productsIs committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a R&D and Production environment (Constant)Must be able to lift and carry objects of varying sizes and shapes up to and between 10 lbs. (Frequently) and 20 lbs. (Occasional)Requires ability to perform the following: reaching, handling, turning/twisting, lifting/lowering, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, contact with metals and composites, exposure to moving parts and tools, pinch points, sharp cutters and slipping hazards, noise and atmospheric conditions, and the use of personal safety gear for face/eye, respiration, ears and feet. (Frequent)May require working from high/exposed places, tight spaces and work from ladders (Occasional)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

AeroVironment considers several factors, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. 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. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

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.

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.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

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. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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.