Electronic Technician

About the role

Worker Type

Regular

About the role

AV is expanding and we're looking for an Electronic Technician to join our team! Our office is located in Leesburg, VA where we provide highly competitive drone detection technologies and services to our government, law enforcement, and commercial customers. Our products provide customers with unique advantages over their adversaries. AV is continually innovating to preserve these advantages.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Constructs, maintains, and tests moderate electrical systems and components.
• Uses measuring and diagnostics tools to test and modify electronic parts.
• Receives instruction on specific objects.
• Receives direction on complex problems and possible solutions.
• Possess effective oral and written communications skills.
• May assist with communications pertaining specific assignments or meetings.
• Possibility of up to 10% traveling.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics or equivalent military experience.
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) soldering experience.
• Effective knowledge of Schematic Capture and PCB layout software.
• Excellent soldering skills.
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Working knowledge of Supply Chain operations and associated management systems.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Clearance Level
• No Clearance
• The salary range for this role is: $24 - $36

Additional information

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, 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.
• Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Itar

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.