Electronics Associate Jobs in South Riding, VA (NOW HIRING)

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AV is expanding and we're looking for an Electronic Technician to join our team! Our office is located in Leesburg, VA where we provide highly competitive drone detection technologies and services to our government, law enforcement, and commercial customers. Our product, Titan-SV Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) delivers comprehensive 360 surveillance, efficiently localizing malicious small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (sUAS). Titan-SV is used around the globe to protect mission critical assets and provide trusted safety to warfighters on the ground. Our products provide customers with unique advantages over their adversaries. AV is continually innovating to preserve these advantages.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Constructs, maintains, and tests moderate electrical systems and components.

• Uses measuring and diagnostics tools to test and modify electronic parts.

• Receives instruction on specific objects.

• Receives direction on complex problems and possible solutions.

• Possess effective oral and written communications skills.

• May assist with communications pertaining specific assignments or meetings.

• Possibility of up to 10% traveling.

• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Electronics or equivalent military experience.

• 3-5 years of related experience.

• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) soldering experience.

• Effective knowledge of Schematic Capture and PCB layout software.

• Excellent soldering skills.

• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.

• Working knowledge of Supply Chain operations and associated management systems.

• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.

• Commitment to excellence and high standards.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.

• Acute attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.

• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

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 will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their 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.

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