Job Overview

As an Engineering Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting R&D projects and collaborating with cross-functional portfolio teams. You'll be involved in the end-to-end development of hardware prototypes, contributing to the design and assembly of PCB, mechanical components, and software scripts. Your work will include conducting tests and experiments that drive development toward manufacturing readiness, while maintaining thorough documentation and process records to track test data and results. This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You'll have opportunities to explore a variety of projects and engage with a talented team of engineers to share knowledge and expertise.

Essential Functions

Troubleshoot electronic systems to identify and resolve issues
Diagnose and repair circuit boards
Solder PCBs with Surface-Mounted Components (SMCs)
Test circuit boards using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and other test equipment
Perform SMT (Surface-Mount Technology) soldering on circuit boards
Solder wire harnesses and making cables based on minimal documentation
Modify circuit boards using wire jumpers and PCB trace modifications
Support 5S and Lean processes to maintain a clean and efficient work environment
Document test procedures and data for repeatability and consistency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of testing and projects
Assist in the construction of testing platforms and event setups
Review and interpret PCB layouts for accurate implementation
Perform other duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

Solid knowledge of Electrical SMT and Software
Knowledge of Analog, Digital, and Power circuits
Ability to understand schematics, assembly drawings, and PCB layout
Understanding of Electrical equipment (O-Scopes, DMM)
Knowledge of SMT Soldering (Micro-soldering)
Knowledge on Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Power point, ect.)
Ability to work well in a team as well as collaborate with other teams
Able to obtain new skills quickly
Able to work with supervision
Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; able to support project tasks, scope change, and schedules to keep technical projects on-track
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Knowledge in:
- Altium PCB layout software
- Cable wiring for RC planes
- Understanding Gas engines
- Understanding electrical motors
- J-Standard

Education / Certifications

Associate degree in engineering or technical field required.

Experience

3-5 years of experience as an engineering technician or other relevant technical field
Equivalent documented work experience in lieu of degree may be acceptable
Experience with troubleshooting PCB’s and electrical system

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About the company

AEVEX Aerospace provides defense technology with airborne intelligence and multi-domain autonomous systems for the U.S. and allied governments. It designs and operates ISR-focused unmanned systems, mission systems, and autonomous precision-strike platforms, backed by vertical integration from concept to deployment and rapid at-the-edge manufacturing. It differentiates itself through a broad multi-domain footprint (air, surface, subsurface) and prime DoD contracting with integrated sensor, EW, and geospatial capabilities. Its goal is to deliver mission-critical aviation and technology services, grow through targeted acquisitions, and advance integrated autonomous and ISR solutions across domains.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Solana Beach, California

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Q2 2026 revenue reached $201.8 million, up 99.5%, with $6.7 million net income.
September 3, 2026 Tampa and Arlington expansion more than doubles production capacity.
September 24, 2026 Specter and Divergent add a scalable, jet-powered autonomous strike platform.

What critics are saying

Rosenberg v. AEVEX faces an October 20, 2026 lead-plaintiff deadline over IPO lock-up disclosures.
BlackSea integration strains execution across Baltimore, Tampa, and AEVEX's new Maritime Systems division.
Funded backlog was $259.8 million on June 30, 2026; contract timing drives revenue volatility.

What makes Aevex Aerospace unique

September 2026 BlackSea closes, giving AEVEX air, surface, and subsea autonomy.
AEVEX combines mission software, additive manufacturing, and combat-proven UAS production at scale.
CompassX and 10,000-plus systems delivered through 2026 signal real operational depth.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan
Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

15%

DEFENCE ReDEFiNED

Oct 16th, 2026

Specter | New jet-powered "kamikaze" drone for the US military

Specter | New jet-powered "kamikaze" drone for the US military. Defence Redefined 16/10/2026 AEVEX unveiled its new jet-powered autonomous aircraft, Specter, for the first time at the AUSA 2026 exhibition in Washington. The drone is the latest development from a company that has played a significant role in US military efforts to develop one-way unmanned aerial vehicles. Specifically, AEVEX built the Phoenix Ghost drones that were secretly rushed to Ukraine in 2022. AEVEX describes Specter as a high-speed, low-cost, jet-powered autonomous platform designed for high-risk operational environments. It is being developed around a modular architecture, with ground-launched and air-launched variants. Its interchangeable nose section is intended to accommodate different payloads, including kinetic warheads, electronic warfare equipment, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) systems, and other future capabilities. The company has yet to disclose key performance and technical details, including range, payload capacity, communications architecture, targeting methods or the extent of its autonomous capabilities. Specter is being positioned neither simply as a single-use munition - a kamikaze drone - nor as a high-end unmanned combat aerial vehicle. Instead, AEVEX appears to be pursuing a middle ground: a jet-powered platform capable of conducting one-way attack missions while also supporting intelligence and reconnaissance operations, depending on its configuration. AEVEX is developing Specter with Divergent, an engineering company known for its digital manufacturing processes, specifically its DAPS digital manufacturing platform. The partnership aims to make the drone easier to manufacture at scale while accommodating changes to its design and configuration. The company says Specter's open interfaces and software-defined capabilities are intended to allow the platform to evolve as operational requirements change, rather than being optimised for a single mission. Specter remains under development, with its first flight scheduled for December 2026. AEVEX is pursuing several potential military applications, including the US Army's Family of Affordable Mass Missiles (FAMM) programme and even Rapid Dragon, the new system for launching missiles from transport aircraft. These ambitions indicate the range of applications AEVEX hopes Specter could fulfil, rather than confirming that the aircraft has been selected for any of them.

GlobeNewswire

Oct 11th, 2026

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC urges AEVEX Corp. investors to act: Class Action filed alleging investor harm.

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC urges AEVEX Corp. investors to act: Class Action filed alleging investor harm. NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AEVEX Corp. (NYSE: AVEX) and certain of its officers. "Our practice focuses on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability to uphold market integrity," said Peretz Bronstein. This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired AEVEX Class A common stock: (i) pursuant to the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company's April 17, 2026 initial public offering ("IPO"); or (ii) between April 17, 2026, and June 4, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/cases/aevex-corp-avex-class_action_lawsuit. AEVEX Case Details The Complaint alleges that the IPO offering documents were materially false and/or misleading and that Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: | (1) | / | contrary to representations in the IPO offering documents, Defendants had pre-arranged a plan to waive the 180-day lock-up restriction and conduct a secondary public offering ("SPO") shortly after the IPO; | | (2) | / | the lock-up restrictions were subsequently waived to permit Aevex's controlling private equity owner to sell its Aevex holdings through the SPO; | | (3) | / | the SPO generated $207.9 million in net proceeds for Aevex's controlling private equity owner, while the Company received no proceeds from the SPO; and | | (4) | / | as a result of the above, Defendants had materially misrepresented the Company's business, prospects, and expected financial results. When the market learned the truth about Aevex, investors suffered damages. | What's Next for AEVEX Investors? A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm's site: bgandg.com/cases/aevex-corp-avex-class_action_lawsuit. or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in AEVEX you have until October 20, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff. No Cost to AEVEX Investors We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys' fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful. Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for AEVEX Securities Class Action? Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com "Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC. Contact Info Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or Nathan Miller Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC 917-590-0911 | [email protected] Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Release Summary New class action for AEVEX Corp. (AVEX) urges investors to seek recovery for alleged securities fraud violations - lead plaintiff deadline of 10/20/2026 Company Profile Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Industry: Consumer Services Website: http://www.bgandg.com/ Recommended reading.

Defence Industries

Sep 24th, 2026

AEVEX to expand its unmanned aircraft systems portfolio with Specter, a jet-powered, modular autonomous platform.

AEVEX to expand its unmanned aircraft systems portfolio with Specter, a jet-powered, modular autonomous platform. 24 September 2026 AEVEX Corp. (NYSE: AVEX) today announced Specter, a new jet-powered autonomous platform under development to meet emerging mission needs through modular design, open interfaces, and a manufacturing approach built for scale. Developed in collaboration with advanced manufacturing company, Divergent, Specter will advance AEVEX's leading unmanned systems portfolio with a high-speed, turbojet-powered one-way attack platform built for demanding operational environments. Designed for contested environments and extended mission profiles, Specter's modular airframe architecture and software-defined capability are intended to support a wide range of payload types and mission effects. The platform will incorporate a turbojet propulsion architecture, enabling both ground-launched and air-launched variants while maintaining flexibility for future mission expansion. Specter features a modular, swappable nose section designed to accommodate kinetic, non-kinetic, electronic warfare, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and future payloads. Its architecture is engineered to enable rapid integration of new technologies without requiring a full system redesign, supporting responsiveness as mission requirements evolve. AEVEX is drawing on its extensive experience designing, producing, and fielding high-volume unmanned systems to shape Specter's development approach. Lessons from thousands of operational deployments, rapid iteration cycles, and the company's CompassX autonomy architecture have informed the platform's software-driven, adaptable design philosophy. The program also leverages AEVEX's recently announced collaboration with Divergent Technologies. Divergent's digital manufacturing platform, DAPS(TM), is being incorporated into Specter's development to support modern, resilient, and scalable production, enabling rapid iteration and manufacturability considerations from the earliest engineering stages. "Specter reflects our lessons learned on capability from delivering thousands of autonomous systems in theater," said Manan Patel, Chief Technology Officer at AEVEX. "We are not optimizing for a fixed requirement, we are building an architecture that adapts. Specter is designed to evolve with mission demands, payload technologies, and manufacturing advances over time." About AEVEX AEVEX Corp. (NYSE: AVEX) is a leading U.S. defense technology company delivering autonomous unmanned systems, AI-enabled mission software, and advanced ISR and electronic warfare solutions for national security customers. With vertically integrated engineering, rapid prototyping, and high-volume manufacturing across multiple U.S. locations, AEVEX provides affordable, front-line-ready capabilities designed for contested and GPS-denied environments. AEVEX's mission is to strengthen deterrence, enhance warfighter effectiveness, and help ensure the United States maintains technological and industrial advantage in the era of autonomy. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding AEVEX's anticipated future growth and the release, capabilities and design strengths of its new jet-powered autonomous platform. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties, which may be beyond AEVEX's control. Actual results could differ materially from those stated or implied due to factors described in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AEVEX undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Contacts AEVEX Media Contact Brian Manning AEVEX [email protected]

GlobeNewswire

Sep 22nd, 2026

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz law Firm reminds investors with losses on their investment in AEVEX Corp. of Class action lawsuit and upcoming deadlines - AVEX.

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz law Firm reminds investors with losses on their investment in AEVEX Corp. of Class action lawsuit and upcoming deadlines - AVEX. September 22, 2026 18:21 ET | Source: Pomerantz LLP NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AEVEX Corp. ("Aevex" or the "Company") (NYSE: AVEX). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased. The class action concerns whether Aevex and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. You have until October 20, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Aevex securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. On or around April 17, 2026, Aevex conducted its initial public offering ("IPO"), selling 16 million shares of Class A common stock priced at $20.00 per share. A complaint has been filed alleging that certain of the Company's directors and officers, and underwriters of the IPO made materially false and misleading statements and omissions about a pre-arranged plan to waive the 180-day lock-up period. When the market learned the truth in June 2026, Aevex's stock price fell sharply, damaging investors. Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Sep 19th, 2026

8-K

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 8, 2026

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