- Robot type
- Drone · Defense
- Location
- Simi ValleyCaliforniaUSA
- Job type
- Manufacturing
- Posted
- Sep 20, 2026
Test Technician II
Job description
The Test Technician II is primarily responsible for the testing/assembling of Small Unmanned Arial System products in our manufacturing facility, following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system.
AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do.
Job responsibilities
- Mechanical assembly of subassemblies using hand and/or power tools
- Final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles
- Testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies
- Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high-quality standard
- Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed
- May also train other technicians to build a product or follow an established assembly process
- May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high-quality standards
- May work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
Job requirements
- High School diploma or GED Equivalent
- Minimum of 1 -2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required
- Ability to solder as part of assembly function and duties
- Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred
- Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
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