Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I-III

General Job Summary

The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels. Each level of this position has additional duties and responsibilities listed.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs a variety of tasks, which require knowledge of lamination techniques, materials, tools and equipment.
• Interprets and follows manufacturing orders.
• Uses pre-preg lamination techniques, cuts cloth and lays up products of varying tolerances.
• Prepares products for vacuum bagging (pre-preg).
• Handles, applies, stores and disposes of composite materials, adhesives, sealants, resins and solvents.
• Inspects finished products for conformance to specifications.
• Completes all required documentation related to assigned job(s).
• Follows FOD (foreign object debris prevention) practices.
• Complies with established safety directives.
• Maintains a clean work area to ensure strict adherence to 5S Standards.
• Complies with established QMS procedures.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to support a "right-the-first-time" approach that focuses on zero defects.

Education and Experience

• Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator I: HS Diploma or equivalent. Must be able to demonstrate accurate basic math skills. Must be able to demonstrate the accurate use of a tape measure.
• Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator II: Intermediate level of math, documentation, materials knowledge, tooling/molds, equipment, process, quality, safety.
• Aircraft Composite Layup Fabricator III: Advanced level of math, documentation, materials knowledge, tooling/molds, equipment, process, quality, safety.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, grasping, stooping, kneeling, climbing.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.
• May occasionally manipulate materials.
• Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
• Works in controlled and non-temperature-controlled environments.
• Occasional exposure to noise, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• May work extended hours or weekends.
• Works with a variety of hand tools, power tools and other related equipment.
• Works in confined spaces.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, grasping, stooping, kneeling, climbing.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.
• May occasionally manipulate materials.
• Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
• Works in controlled and non-temperature-controlled environments.
• Occasional exposure to noise, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• May work extended hours or weekends.
• Works with a variety of hand tools, power tools and other related equipment.
• Works in confined spaces.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage.
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time-Off (PTO).
• Holidays.
• Education Reimbursement.

Company Information

• Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems.
• Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies.
• We prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology.
• We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.
• Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical).

Company Commitment

• Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
• EEO, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
• All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply.
• Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation.
• We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Accessibility

• Disability Accessibility Accommodation.

Pay Transparency

• The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.