Aircraft Integration Technician 4
AEVEX Aerospace
Job Overview
The Aircraft Integration Technician 4 is a highly skilled professional responsible for the installation, modification, and testing of aircraft systems and components. They work closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure the proper integration and functionality of various systems, such as avionics, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Essential Functions
- Lead the process of installation and checkout of UAV electrical and electronic devices
- Operate 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 QA inspections in order to complete QA sheets
- Perform work on integration, fuselage/airframe, programming, checkout and GCS portions of UAV.
- Follow work instructions and/or peer guidance on proper assembly
- 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
- Complete and thorough knowledge of all sections of UAV maintenance.
- Exceptional avionics and mechanical integration skills
- Strong ability to act as team lead when needed by providing support and guidance to other members of the team.
- Excellent ability to identify current and potential issues and work with management on solutions.
- Ability to read and understand prints and layouts, or learn if not experienced
- Excellent ability to work efficiently with team members, independently, and cross-functionally.
- Ability to meet daily/weekly production goals with critical time schedules
Education / Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Experience
- 10+ Years of experience in a production and/or assembly environment
- Proven knowledge of competencies for skill level can be used in lieu of experience
- Proven working experience working on integration, fuselage/airframe, programming, checkout and GCS portions of a UAV or similar aircraft.
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.