Composites Technician

Summary

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking Composites Technicians. This role integrates hands-on skills with material knowledge, including proper handling and PPE. Positions range from entry-level to advanced, with salaries based on skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Follow shop safety requirements and policies
• Complete production documentation for 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
• Develop and train other team members

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to wear a respirator for up to eight hours a day
• Standing for two 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 ability
• Able to work in 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 ITAR and EAR. Applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify US person status.

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
• 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
• May require travel by air or automobile
• Use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats
• Lift up to 50 lbs 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, services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources.

Continued Employment Basis

Continued employment remains on an "At-Will" basis.