AeroVironment •

Simi Valley, California, USA

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

Perform tests on AV Products including quality testing and customer acceptance tests
Support other department product testing as needed
Prepares detailed post-flight test reports
Required to follow and ensure all safety protocols are adhered to. Must report all safety issues
Provides pertinent feedback to various department personnel on observed aircraft performance
Will be required to pass a semiannual proficiency examination and pass the semiannual unannounced written and field test examinations
Travel to various testing sites as required
Due to scheduling demands, must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed

Job Requirements:

HS diploma or equivalent years of experience and education
Must be proficient in AV’s Raven, Wasp, and Puma platforms
Minimum of 1,000 UAV flight hours
Experience working at an Aircraft Manufacturing company
Ability to communicate critical observations of issues to management in writing and verbally
Capable of making situational judgment calls to ensure the safety of the product, the customer, and staff
Must have and maintain a clean DMV record in order to drive company vehicles
Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain, frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs, repeatedly throw objects up to 16lbs over the shoulder, stand and/or sit for long periods of time
Must have the good manual dexterity to assemble and disassemble the product
Must be able to pass the written FAA Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft examination
Prior Military experience desired.
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
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance the performance of oneself, others, and the company
Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and team building skills

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