Solder Technician III

Position Responsibilities

• Tests and troubleshoots electronic and control systems for unmanned air vehicles.
• Writes assembly and test procedures;
• Maintains a detailed notebook of all activities;
• Operates and maintains tools in a safe and serviceable condition;
• Works from written procedures and drawings as well as direct communication from engineering staff to fabricate electronic assemblies for small UAVs, including avionics, payloads, etc.
• Fabricates test fixtures;
• Debugs electronic subsystems;
• Soldering of electrical and avionic components, including circuit boards;
• Assembles and installs wire harnesses; assembles and installs UAV/RC electronic and mechanical systems;
• Repairs UAV/RC subsystems. Helps build prototypes for initial designs and low volume builds that are not yet released into production;
• Operates and maintains tools in a safe and serviceable condition;
• Field testing/Flight testing may be required so some travel may be necessary;
• Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative;
• Completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways;
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may be informal team leader;
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate from a trade/technical school required;
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in an aircraft manufacturing or Aerospace R&D environment;
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office;
• Has knowledge to help translate an engineered design into build instructions which can be used by assembly and test personnel to duplicate the required product performance;
• Experienced with electrical schematics necessary;
• Experienced in interpreting and understanding electrical and mechanical drawing / schematics;
• Demonstrated familiarity with electronics including hands-on experience with analog and digital hardware;
• Experienced with prototype design and development of electronic systems- including avionics and/or controls;
• Able to work overtime and some weekends;
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug test;
• Must have a Valid Driver's license and clean driving record.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• The equivalent of a 2 - 4-year advanced studies beyond High School with emphasis in electronics, soldering, or equivalent job-related training in an R&D environment is preferred;
• IPC610 J-STD-001 Soldering certification desirable;
• Experience with CAD type design systems for creating schematics and/or hardware preferred;
• Experience in a fast-paced R&D environment desired;
• Must possess the ability to change direction frequently and multitask while maintaining focus;
• Specific experience with wiring harnesses, plastics, composites and printed circuit board manufacturing is highly desirable;
• Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, is a self-starter and works well with within a team;
• Proven experience with basic analog and digital circuit troubleshooting and repair desired;
• Proven experience with overall aircraft electronic fabrication desired;
• Overall experience with UAV's preferred;
• 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;
• Committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.

Physical Demands

• Able to work in a manufacturing environment (Constant);
• Stand and/or sit for long periods of time (Constant);
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away (Frequent);
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness (Constant);
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects (Frequent);
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects (Frequent);
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm (Frequent);
• Able to lift and/or move between 11-20 lbs. of cases of varying size (Frequent);
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 lb. cases of varying sizes & shapes for shipment to test sites and to customers (Occasional);
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain (Occasional);
• Talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).