**Job Description** **GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:** Responsible for performing basic and routine electronic and mechanical assembly operation on components, printed circuit boards, and subassemblies along with installing and assisting with testing unmanned ground vehicle systems in various vehicles at Micro Systems or customer facilities. Apply appropriate processes, procedures, safety measures and tools to support ground vehicle system assembly and installation. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** + Work independently or as part of a team performing electronics assembly and electro-mechanical hardware installations to support the company’s Unmanned Vehicle programs. + Position and align parts in specified relationships to each other and mount assembled components on panels or circuit boards. + Route electrical cables and wiring, connect and adjust mechanical linkages, mount brackets and electronic enclosures, and all other associated parts and components in a neat and organized manner. + Cut and drill into sheet metal or plastic of vehicles as required to facilitate installation of hardware while striving to be minimally invasive and avoid collateral damage to the greatest extent possible. + Work independently or as a team to convert conventional ground vehicles, typically medium to large utility trucks and tractor-trailers from “manned” to “unmanned” operation by installing company’s proprietary electro-mechanical control system hardware using a wide array of hand and power tools. + Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, specifications, work orders to determine material requirements and assembly instructions. + Capture and record installation procedures in a comprehensive and cohesive manner such that other personnel may be able to duplicate and repeat the installation process as you’ve documented. + Travel to customer’s sites within the U.S. or to Europe to perform vehicle surveys, system installations and follow-on testing as needed, oftentimes outdoors, and for a span of a few days to a few weeks. + Support control system integration and testing after the installation process. + Communicate technical information effectively, both written and verbally, with other Production and Engineering personnel. + Support program development by recommending design improvements. + Manage job assignments and provide accurate job status reports to the Production Supervisor and/or the Program Engineer as required. + Operate medium to large-sized utility trucks and tractor-trailers. **Experience and Skills** **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:** + Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards. + Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary. + Ability to adhere to workplace rules. + Knowledge of electro-mechanical systems as they pertain to the automotive industry desired. + Basic knowledge of automotive mechanics and electrical systems desired. + Working knowledge of a multi-meter desired. + Ability to create technical sketches, either by hand or in CAD software. + Ability to read and write effectively in English. + Experience with technical writing desired. **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:** + HS Diploma or equivalent. + Intermediate level of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. + 1-2 years’ experience with automotive, aircraft mechanical, electrical repair, or system installation. + Demonstrated experience with a variety of hand and power tools. + Experience driving Class 8 trucks or have the ability to pass DOT physical and obtain (at company’s expense) endorsement for Class 8 trucks desired. **WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** + Production and office environment. + Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time or work extended hours as necessary. + Ability to perform repetitive motion (use of arm-hand steadiness, finger dexterity, manual dexterity for small parts assembly, frequent use). + Possess a valid driver’s license. + Ability to obtain a Class A CDL (at company’s expense) to allow driving of large utility trucks and Class 8 (tractor-trailer) trucks desired. + Must be physically capable of maneuvering around the inside of various types of vehicles to access tight spaces, often outdoors in unconditioned air, in the performance of your duties. + Must be able to work with minimum supervision and work well with co-workers. + Travel up to 25%. + Ability to travel by air or motor vehicle for work purposes. + Possess a passport or be willing and able to obtain (at company’s expense) to allow for work travel overseas. + Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.