Tool and Fixture Designer I

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Tool & Fixture Designer I provides complete engineering designing services of tools and equipment used in production line assembly and fabrication of composite components for the manufacture of Small Unmanned Air Vehicles. Position Responsibilities: Designs, develops, implements, monitors, orders and distributes tooling including assembly fixtures, fabrication fixtures, molds, hand tools and equipment Ensure all tooling and items requiring calibration are identified and accounted for within and outside of the facility. Liaison to the Property Management group Perform inspection of tools and equipment for wear, defects, or damage Responsible for the Engineering tool inventory cage Documents/releases assembly & fabrication drawings per GD&T and industry standard drafting practices in compliance with ASME Y14.5 & Y14.100 Provides technical expertise in mechanical & composite manufacturing processes, assembly processes Provides input to machine shop for tool path generation programming for machining of tools, fixtures, molds Supports tooling activities in areas of airframe design, structural analysis, suppliers, manufacturing, production, quality assurance, testing and tool fabrication Ergonomic considerations in design to ensure safe, effective, and improved productivity in use of tools Respond to audits on the conformance to established practices for all tools and fixtures, document findings, develop and deploy necessary corrective actions Create metrics for the tooling system and maintain version control over all tools and fixtures Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways, receiving little instruction on day-to-day work Provide guidance to junior level associates Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience): Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical design is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience with bachelors 1+ years of hands-on experience in tool, electrical fixture design with proven results, in lieu of Bachelor's degree Ability to calculate material weights, perform stress and pressure analysis of tooling in design phase CAD software certification Strong computer skills are required, including proficiency in Excel and Word Experience using computerized MRP/ERP systems Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies: Manage tasks and projects effectively Implement cost effective designs and fabrication of tooling Uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways 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 performance of oneself, others, and the company Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing tools implementation is desired Familiarity with electromechanical manufacturing is desired Experience in Test and Calibration equipment software and hardware is preferred Strong analytical skills and effective communication skills Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to multi-task Physical Demands: Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Training Travel Requirement This position requires initial travel to Simi Valley, CA for training. Travel, lodging, meals, and ground transportation will be provided. Special Requirements: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or  asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.  O ccasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $60,500 - $92,500 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. About AV: AV isn’