Composite Technician I

Job Summary

The Composite Technician I is responsible for executing the composite layup process, including bonding, trimming, curing, and inspection on products for direct sale or integration into larger assemblies. This role focuses on producing high-quality products safely, efficiently, and on schedule while meeting both internal and external customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly of components and material accurately and efficiently according to blueprint drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Perform visual inspection on incoming products for contamination and defects and validation against Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Use of a variety of composite materials, including polyimides, sealants, fiberglass, metals, and related materials while adhering to procedures.
• Perform in-process and final inspection to ensure compliance with specifications, utilizing precision measuring tools.
• Remove defective materials and report any part, tooling, or equipment issues to supervision promptly.
• Document inspection results, prepare rejection tags, and report all nonconformances to Production Supervisor.
• Participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency, both independently and as part of a team.
• Cross-train and rotate across multiple workstations to support production needs and efficiency.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Supervisors, Production Leads, and peers to support department goals.
• Follow all safety standards and procedures, including PPE requirements for a clean room environment.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area using safety standards and expectations

Required Skills

• Ability to deal with and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to interpret written materials such as technical reports, manuals, layup instructions, work instructions, and safety warnings.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate documentation, including nonconformance reports, technical reports, and shift hand-offs.
• Ability to sort, inspect, and compare products for accuracy and quality.
• Strong attention to detail and have accountability of materials.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Inspect parts and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Ability to safely handle hazardous material and following procedures.
• Self-motivated with the ability to achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiently in Microsoft Suite, data entry and document uploads.
• Previous blueprint reading and interpretation experience.
• Ability to use a variety of measuring equipment and hand tools, including calipers, micrometers, rulers, tape measurers, scissors, wrenches, screwdrivers, and knives.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Education Requirements

• A High School Degree or General Education Degree;
• Two (2) to three (3) years of related experience and/or training;
• Equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Two (2) + years of aerospace assembly experience.
• Blueprint reading certificate desired.