Composite Manufacturing Technician

The role

This person will produce thermal protection systems. They will perform molding, curing, post-processing, and maintenance of production equipment.

What you will do

• Prepare materials and tooling according to technical instructions.
• Perform molding operations including Resin Transfer Molding and infusion.
• Perform curing in an autoclave or oven.
• Monitor manufacturing parameters to ensure quality and repeatability.
• Perform post-processing operations such as trimming, sanding, and fitting.
• Operate CNC machines for machining operations.
• Contribute to inspections to verify compliance.
• Apply production quality standards and ensure traceability.
• Participate in the identification and resolution of non-conformities.
• Carry out first-level maintenance on production equipment.

Required qualifications

• Technical degree equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in composites, materials, manufacturing, plastics engineering, aeronautics, or an equivalent industrial field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in composite manufacturing.
• Proficiency in molding, infusion, and curing processes.
• Experience with CNC machine tools for post-machining of composites.
• Knowledge of first-level maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Rigor, precision, and respect for quality requirements.
• Autonomy, team spirit, and sense of responsibility.

Nice to have

• Experience in the aerospace, space, defense, marine, or high-performance automotive sectors.

Before you apply

• Relocation assistance is provided including visa sponsorship where applicable.
• All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

About the company

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