Composite Assembler I-III

General Job Summary

Trims, grinds, drills and sands composite parts to precise dimensions. Mixes and applies appropriate adhesives to bond parts.

Essential Job Functions

• Follows FOD (foreign object prevention) practices.
• Interprets and follows manufacturing orders.
• Operates shop related machinery including, but not limited to, ovens, pneumatic tools, common hand tools and scales.
• Handles, applies, stores and disposes of composite materials, adhesives, sealants, resins and solvents.
• Supports and exhibits the focus of zero defects as well as "right-the-first-time" approach.
• Inspects finished products for conformance to specifications.
• Maintains a clean work area and ensures strict adherence to the 5S Standards.
• Complies with established QMS procedures.
• May work from verbal instructions.
• Complies with established safety directives.

Composite Assembler I

• Works under close supervision.
• Puts together, abrades and bonds composite and metal-to-composite assemblies.
• Rivets both solid and blind rivets.
• Might install electronic components.
• Performs hand layout of features for trimming and drilling in parts or assemblies.
• Meets or exceeds productivity and quality standards.
• Trains and mentors new employees in proper trimming, abrading and bonding techniques, with supervisory approval.

Composite Assembler II

• Works under limited supervision.
• Puts together, abrades and bonds composite and metal-to-composite assemblies.
• Rivets both solid and blind rivets.
• Might install electronic components.
• Performs hand layout of features for trimming and drilling in parts or assemblies.
• Capable of performing wet layups.
• Meets or exceeds productivity and quality standards.
• Trains and mentors new employees in proper trimming, abrading and bonding techniques.
• Might fabricate prototype parts from sketches.

Composite Assembler III

• Works under minimal supervision.
• Meets or exceeds productivity and quality standards.
• Ability to work at any work center in the department.
• Trains and mentors new employees in proper trimming, abrading and bonding techniques.
• Might fabricate prototype parts from sketches.

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.

Education and Experience

• Composite Assembler I: Requires high school education or equivalent. Hands-on experience in manufacturing production.
• Composite Assembler II: Requires high school education or equivalent. 2-3 years hands-on experience in composite manufacturing.
• Composite Assembler III: Requires high school education or equivalent. 5+ years hands-on experience in composite manufacturing. Experience with Vacuum Bagging, and various forms of Lamination repair.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Office and manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
• Might be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.

Travel Requirements

None.

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.
• The company's customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies.
• 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).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply.

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