Internship - Manufacturing Tester

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position is located in Prescott, AZ and is not available for remote work or relocation.

Canyon AeroConnect stands as one of the world’s leading suppliers of avionic-standard aircraft communications, navigation and audio/intercom systems. Canyon’s products have been widely adopted and proven in-service across a wide range of civilian, paramilitary and military fixed-wing and rotorcraft applications. Over the years, we’ve become known as the benchmark in aircraft tactical communication and audio equipment for Air Ambulance, Law Enforcement, SAR, EMS, Electronic News Gathering, Military and Marine applications. Products include digital and analog radio/audio management systems, Tac/Com, VHF/UHF radio systems, intercoms, data interface accessories, and aural warning.

Role purpose (position scope):

This position entails the testing and basic troubleshooting of products with a simple to moderate level of difficulty, from pre-assembled circuit boards to the final test stage.

The individual must be able to meet all minimum standards within 90 days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test completed Assemblies and Products as per the written procedures.
• Perform all duties as per the applicable Quality Program Procedure.
• Perform intricate soldering of SMT, fine wire (up to 28AWG), and through-hole components.
• Comply and uphold Canyon AeroConnect SHE policies and standards.
• Comply with the Canyon AeroConnect Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to accurately follow both written and oral instructions.
• Ability to stay focused on tasks
• Must be self-motivated.
• Cooperation/Teamwork - Works harmoniously with others to get a job done; responds positively to instructions and procedures; able to work well with staff, co-workers, peers and managers; shares critical information with everyone involved in a project; works effectively on projects that cross functional lines; helps to set a tone of cooperation within the work group and across groups; coordinates own work with others; seeks opinions; values working relationships
• Ability to distinguish colors
• Ability to solder to acceptable standards. (Will be trained in house.)
• Knowledge of surface-mount technology

Key Measures and Milestones:

• Need to work to detailed and complex work instructions
• Need to work with all levels within the organization
• Meeting standard cycle time and customer satisfaction required
• Support level of quality that meets company goals and customer satisfaction

Level I – Entry (Inexperienced)

• KNOWLEDGE – Little or no knowledge of the job. Moderate understanding of general aspects and some understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.
• SKILL – Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
• COMPLEXITY - Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgment. Has little or no role in decision-making.
• DISCRETION/LATTITUDE - Works to schedule or other items as modified by supervision.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - High School diploma (or equivalent) and no previous work experience. Must meet in-house solder certification within 90 days

Direct Reports:

  No direct reports

Physical Demands:

• Tasks involve light physical effort in sedentary to light work; may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects or materials (20-30 lbs.)
• Long periods of standing and sitting.
• Repetitive motion.
• Periods of strong visual and mental attention.
• High pitch noise.
• Neck, back, and shoulder strain.
• Exposure to noise/exposure to chemicals

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Temperature controlled manufacturing environment
• Overtime to include evenings and weekend work may be required

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive of every job function, duty and responsibility. Duties may increase, decrease and/or change as deemed necessary to support the department operations.

Canyon AeroConnect  is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex or national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.