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Avionics Test Technician II

Vast
Location
Long Beach, California, United States
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Avionics Test
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, test, operations, aerospace industry, or other relevant role
  • 2+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.)
  • 5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
  • High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
  • Basic comprehension of electrical principles and wiring concepts including electrical safety
  • Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office and Google Workspace.
Nice to have
  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • Hands-on experience with product testing
  • Experience with relevant aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, etc.)
  • Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments.
  • Knowledge of data acquisition systems (Analog inputs, analog output, digital inputs, digital outputs)
What the job really is

As an Avionics Test Technician II at Vast, you will be responsible for building and commissioning test systems for avionics and associated electronics hardware. Your daily tasks will include operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining testing equipment, as well as supporting various test campaigns. You will work with technical drawings and ensure compliance with industry standards while monitoring your work progress against established benchmarks.

Benefits
  • medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually
  • paid parental leave
  • short and long-term disability insurance
  • life insurance
  • access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role requires physical ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
  • Willingness to work overtime or weekends is necessary
  • Pay range is broad and dependent on experience
Job score3.4/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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