Composites Manufacturing Technician (Entry to Mid-Level)
$43,680,000–$114,400,000 year
On-siteEl Segundo, California, United States
Job Summary
Prepare tooling, load and handle composite materials, monitor molding cycles, and inspect finished components to ensure quality and consistency. Operate molding equipment such as compression molding or resin transfer molding (RTM) systems while documenting process parameters accurately. Perform basic part inspection, quality checks, and troubleshooting for hydraulic presses and industrial ovens. Collaborate with the engineering team to develop novel composite manufacturing techniques and implement schedule and structure for the manufacturing team as you grow into leadership responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. Person pursuant to EAR and ITAR definitions.
- 2+ years of experience in molding, composites, or plastics manufacturing, or equivalent trade school background.
- Ability to operate molding equipment such as compression molding, resin transfer molding (RTM), or similar systems.
- Experience with manufacturing composite layups and preforms.
- Ability to prepare, load, and handle composite materials and tooling.
- Ability to monitor molding cycles and document process parameters accurately.
- Ability to clearly communicate molding observations and results in both oral and written form.
- Ability to perform basic part inspection and quality checks to ensure quality and consistency.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Experience with working with heavy equipment, including hydraulic presses and industrial ovens.
- Mondays – Fridays in-person
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in aerospace or defense manufacturing
- Experience supporting process development or production scale-up
- Experience assisting equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
- Forklift operation certification or experience
- Experience working in a machine shop environment
- Familiarity with manufacturing documentation and standard operating procedures
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