Engineering Development Technician IV

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Job Description

Summary

The Engineering Development Technician IV is part of a design team focused on the development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems. This will include all levels and facets of design from conceptual clear through the detailed design and will include building and testing of these systems. To qualify for this position one must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree. Examples of ones tasks include:

Responsibilities

• Supports engineering activities such as design test check-out modification fabrication and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems experimental design circuitry laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment
• Performs programming in CAM and operating of CNC milling 3 axis to 5 axis machines
• Works from schematics diagrams written and verbal descriptions layouts or defined plans to perform testing checkout and trouble-shooting functions
• Design work shall be accomplished using CAD tools (SolidWorks) simulation tools (SolidWorks Simulation ANSYS) and rapid prototyping techniques (3D printing etc.).
• Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions
• Assists in the design construction test and check-out of test equipment
• Uses manufacturing test development or diagnostic equipment including but not limited to test programs oscilloscopes signal generators and specialized test apparatus
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. Must currently be enrolled as an undergraduate pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2 4 years related experience
• 5 years of current experience using CAM tools (MasterCam Surfcam HSM)
• CNC vertical machine operating experience required
• Demonstrated competence in mechanical engineering process and design/analysis tools
• Experienced working with and understanding schematics diagrams and defined plans for testing
• Proficient with SolidWorks
• Experienced in and proficient with MS Office and other office productivity tools

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Experience with SolidWorks EPDM is preferred
• Experience in designing tooling or test equipment is preferred
• Demonstrates competency in solving basic structural dynamics problems
• Demonstrates understanding of engineering configuration management processes and material properties
• Demonstrates understanding of environmental testing including shock and vibration
• 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 ones own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the location the role and associated responsibilities a candidates 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 AeroVironments determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironments 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: also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isnt for everyone. We hire the curious the relentless the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We dont just build defense technologywe redefine whats possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S. AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air land sea space and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonianbut were not building history were building whats next.

If youre ready to build technology that matterswith speed scale and purposetheres no better place to do it than AV.

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 datasexual orientation gender identity or other legally protected status.

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