Electronics/Avionics Tech II at AV in Petaluma, CA

Summary: AV is a premier autonomous systems company in the U.S. seeking an Electronics/Avionics Technician II. This role is essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of avionics systems through advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance of aircraft systems. Responsibilities: - Monitoring and servicing systems - Diagnosing problems and troubleshooting equipment - Running tests and completing reports - Updating and improving existing systems - Repairing or replacing faulty equipment - Inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems - Developing and implementing preventative maintenance procedures - Planning and scheduling repairs - Use work orders to determine the type and quantity of wire harness and assemblies to manufacture - Follow assembly drawings and work instructions to manufacture wire harnesses - Ability to master the basic skills needed to solder, strip, crimp, perform heat shrink, manage cable shields including foil and braid - Assemble circular connectors based on standard operating procedures - Assemble major functional subassemblies for the UAV which incorporate many of the harnesses manufactured in the area - This position works with management and engineering for direction on new assemblies - Work with the production assistant on new work orders and the stock room personnel to acquire kits to build work orders - Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED equivalent is required - 1 - 2 years of working experience required - Excellent wire soldering, stripping, crimping, and heat shrink skills, cable shields including foil and braid - Capable of reading and understanding assembly drawings, and written work instructions to produce the highest quality avionics wire harness cables and assemblies - Adept at wire harness assembly utilizing schematics, and wiring diagrams - Experience using dedicated contact crimping tools for attaching connector contacts - Experience assembling circular connectors - Strong work-ethic and the flexibility to work in a dynamic environment - Certifications IPC 610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 - Previous experience in wire harness manufacturing role for a UAV company Preferred Qualifications: - Good written and verbal communication skills - Good analytical, time management and organizational skills - Basic computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools - Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Required Skills: Wire soldering, Wire stripping, Wire crimping, Heat shrink techniques, Cable shielding including foil and braid, Reading assembly drawings, Reading wiring diagrams, Wire harness assembly, Using contact crimping tools, Assembling circular connectors, IPC 610 certification, J-STD-001 certification, IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification, UAV wire harness manufacturing Benefits: Medical, Dental vision, 401K with company matching, A 9/80 work schedule, A paid holiday shutdown