Technician - Tester

Aerosonic Job Opportunity Founded in 1953, Aerosonic has grown to be a leader in aviation instrumentation and avionics equipment – including air data systems, standby displays, digital and mechanical standby instruments, sensors and probes. Our customers include the major manufacturers of today’s civil, military and business fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms as well as all branches of the US military forces. We are located in Clearwater, FL and do not offer hybrid or remote work - all employees must be a U.S. Person. Why Join Us? Impact: Exceed customer expectations while fostering a supportive and engaging work environment Rewards: Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses to match your drive for success Growth: Access to mentorship, professional development and clear paths to leadership roles Culture: Join a dynamic team of bold thinkers who value creativity, collaboration and results Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with match, profit sharing plan and more Duties and Responsibilities: Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to: Perform functional testing of assemblies and finished products using established test procedures Perform scheduled maintenance on the wind tunnel Perform wind tunnel calibration Conduct wind tunnel testing on production, repair, and engineering test articles. Operate and maintain electronic test equipment, including: Multimeters Dielectric (hipot) testers Power supplies Oscilloscopes and other diagnostic tools Troubleshoot and diagnose failed units to determine root causes of defects Repair or assist in repair of failed equipment and verify corrective actions Record and document test results, failures, and repairs accurately Support continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on recurring issues Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety policies, and test procedures Maintain and calibrate testing equipment as required

• Work from drawings, schematics, blueprints, procedures, specifications and other written and verbal instructions to plan, check, install, test, and evaluate results on aircraft components and systems.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of internal and supplier produced product, materials, and tooling in all work centers.
• Identify service ability of parts and components and appropriate tooling.
• Evaluate Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP's) to determine that no equipment malfunctions have affected the quality of the results.
• Observes readings on meters and gauges, and other displays and performance of device or instrument to identify functional defects and determine requirements.
• Assemble and disassemble engineering test hardware and test systems.
• Document and recommend process improvements in cooperation with fellow employees and supervision.
• Records test data and documentation relating to inspection procedures
• Maintain detailed records.
• Verification of all tolerances.
• Rejects malfunctioning devices and routes devices to specified department for rework.
• Perform general departmental housekeeping regularly
• Sustain production standards and quality

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent education, training, and/or related work experience. 0-2 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment Must be able to work with ITAR products and related data without restriction. Skill Set Required: Use of basic hand tools and measuring devices (calipers, etc.) Basic understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation Basic computer skills Basic math skills (i.e., may have to do conversions to decimals) Basic verbal and written communication skills Physical Requirements: Restrictions limited only by individual’s inability to perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result for the individual or surrounding employees. Required lifting weight: 35 lbs. Lifting Frequency: Daily Sitting (10% of the time), standing (90% of the time), reaching, bending, and moving for extended periods of time. Ability to work in a Manufacturing environment. Work Environment: Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable Requires repetitive movement Safety Hazard: Works with power tools and equipment. Requires the use of proper PPE when necessary Constantly working with computers, test equipment, and calibration procedures that require extended periods of sitting and concentration. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8. U.S.C.1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Aerosonic will require proof status before employment. Aerosonic provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated fairly during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Aerosonic