Composites Technician

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform lay-up, bagging, curing, trimming, and finishing of composite parts using prepreg, wet layup, and resin infusion techniques.
• Operate ovens and vacuum systems to cure composite structures.
• Trim and machine cured composite assemblies to tight tolerances.
• Drill, bond, fasten, and assemble composite substructures into final hardware.
• Conduct in-process inspections, measuring tolerances and identifying defects.
• Support prototype builds: adapting methods, iterating with engineers, and recording lessons learned.
• Support production builds: following controlled work instructions, ensuring repeatability, and meeting takt time.
• Handle sensitive materials and maintain clean work environments to prevent contamination.

Job requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of hands-on composite fabrication in aerospace, defense, automotive, or marine applications.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Comfortable wearing full PPE.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment with tight tolerances.
• Physical capability to lift 25+ lbs, stand for long periods, and work in cleanroom/controlled environments.
• Experience with prototype composite builds where processes are not fully defined.