Composites Technician

Summary

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking Composites Technicians. This role integrates practical skills with a deep understanding of composite materials, including their safe handling and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Follow shop safety guidelines and company policies
• Complete production documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Fabricate, layup, trim, finish, or paint composite parts according to production documentation
• Maintain production tooling following verbal and written instructions
• Support process improvements and procedures
• Support engineering development as needed
• Solve technical issues and support team members
• Develop and train other team members

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to wear a respirator for up to eight (8) hours a day
• Standing for two (2) consistent hours at a time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Experience in fabrication, assembly, manufacturing, or engineering environments
• Ability to read and follow schematics, drawings, procedures, etc.
• Problem-solving skills
• Able to work collaboratively on a team
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and listen to others
• Safety and quality-minded, strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with composites, resins, adhesives, coatings, measurement tools
• Crafting, woodworking, or assembly experience
• Familiarity with engineering documentation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Experience planning, supervising, and coordinating
• Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Computer literacy

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

Clearance Requirements

This position may require access to information subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person's status under the ITAR and the EAR.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Standard office setting with production area elements
• Use of standard office equipment, including computers
• Demonstrate stamina for sitting or standing while maintaining attention to detail despite potential interruptions
• Occasional activities such as walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and bending
• Vision necessary for reading printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech essential for effective communication both in person and over the telephone
• May require travel by air or automobile
• May need to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Edge Autonomy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.