The Engines Technician III will possess intermediate technical knowledge and hands-on experience building or repairing small engines. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of our aerospace fleets. As an Engines Technician III, you will be responsible for performing a range of complex inspections, repairs, and modifications on engines, utilizing precision equipment and adhering to stringent industry standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. With a commitment to excellence and attention to detail, you will contribute to the optimization of engine performance and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Position 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
Implementing preventative maintenance procedures
Understanding and communicating the production needs of the engine build process to the engine team, engineers, and management.
Use work orders to determine the type of quantity of assemblies to manufacture.
Testing and maintaining small aircraft engines as well as the manufacture of their related sub-assemblies and associated parts.
Measure components to close tolerances.
Set and verify part clearances.
Exhaust and intake porting. Valve setting.
Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or Drawings using measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
Accurate use of measuring equipment and the required hand tools.
Assemble systems of gears by aligning and meshing gears in gearboxes.
Testing of parts using non-destructive methods.
Engine build record maintenance with component history data.
Validate engine temperature, compression, RPM, etc.
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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
2-4 years of working experience required.
Excellent attention to detail, and communication skills.
Required to observe the engine build process and monitor for quality and reliability on an ongoing basis.
Engine teardown/build skills.

Proficient engine/transmission mechanical and electrical issue diagnostic skills.
Operate equipment such as hoists, jacks, hand tools, welding, wiring, etc.
Engine/transmission NVH instrumentation and testing.
Powertrain calibration diagnostics and controls experience.
Create/Maintain documentation.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a R&D and Production/Manufacturing environment (Constant)
Must be able to lift and carry objects of varying sizes and shapes up to and between 10 lbs. (Frequently) and 50 lbs. (Occasional)
Requires ability to perform the following: reaching, handling, turning/twisting, lifting/lowering, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, contact with metals and composites, exposure to moving parts and tools, pinch points, sharp cutters and slipping hazards, noise and atmospheric conditions, and the use of personal safety gear for face/eye, respiration, ears, and feet. (Frequent)
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, tools as needed. (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is:

$30 - $43

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. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

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 data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.

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