Description

Universal Avionics


Job Category: Manufacturing Engineer
Requisition Number: TESTE001461

Jan 22, 2026
Full Time
Arizona Tucson Corporate Office 3260 E Universal Way Tucson, AZ 85756, USA

Job Details

Description

Summary

At Universal Avionics, our Test Engineers support our advanced Avionics systems through the entire product life cycle, from New Product Introduction through Manufacturing and support of our Repair Station. Products include our current Flight Management System, Recorders, Communications & Data Link and Flat Panel Displays, as well as the introduction of new optical technologies based around our Enhanced Flight Vision Systems and Head Wearable Displays. Under limited supervision, performs varied and moderately complex assignments of the engineering test and troubleshooting function for standard and/or custom avionics devices and test equipment. Provides technical support to Operations teams in the test and troubleshooting of complex avionics products. Interfaces with design engineering teams to coordinate new product introduction, sustaining engineering and product and test improvements. Designs, develops, evaluates test procedures, and assists in the evaluation of the test equipment required to perform quality checks. Prepares recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures to be used for the test, troubleshooting and repair of circuit card assemblies and systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and document the HASS and/or ESS for new or existing avionics products, ensuring that manufacturing and repair methods result in the repeatable production of units which conform to type design data. Continually monitor and analyze yield data as a KPI to drive product and test process improvements.
• Develop and document final assembly test processes and/or ATE scripts for new or existing avionics products, ensuring that manufacturing and repair methods result in the repeatable production of units which conform to type design data.
• May Represent Operations Engineering on CCB & MRB, as required.
• Respond promptly to team requests for assistance and be readily available to team for unscheduled meetings and necessary problem solving.
• Train and mentor technicians in electronic theory and troubleshooting, as required.
• Coordinate frequently with design engineering groups to support effective new product introduction and ongoing product and test process improvement.
• Play an active participatory and at times leadership role in daily tactical team standup meetings and in weekly strategic improvement meetings.
• Improve the quality of new products being introduced into Manufacturing through active participation in Design for Manufacturability meetings and involvement in the New Product Introduction process, as required.
• Improve the quality and reliability of UASC products through regular, disciplined reviews of Manufacturing and/or Repair Station data and processes using continuous improvement, six sigma quality, or similar tools.

Minimum Qualifications

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Optical Engineering, or other technical degree combined with experience.
• 1-4 years minimum experience in an aerospace product design or test engineering role in a high reliability electronic assembly/test/repair environment involving complex analog and digital circuits with embedded software. Experience with programmable logic devices desired.
• Electro-optic sensor/system experience desired.

Computer Skills

• Advanced skills in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Data base design and some programming experience in Visual Basic or C++ is a desired.
• Schematic capture and circuit board layout experience is a desired.
• LabVIEW or LabWindows experience is a desired.

What We Offer:

• Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
• Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
• Preventive care covered at 100%
• Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
• Teladoc virtual care access
• Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
• Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
• 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
• 9/80 work schedule option every other Friday off
• Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym reimbursement
• Wellness programs:
  • Vitality (earn rewards for healthy habits)
  • One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
  • Travel assistance and employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
  • Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
  • Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
  • Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
• And more!

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
• Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
• Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
• A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
• Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
• A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
• Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
• A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option

To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com

Universal Avionics' products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.

Universal Avionics Systems Corporation is dedicated to providing and promoting equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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