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Janicki · 2 months ago

Automated Fiber Placement Technician

Hamilton, Washington, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $45/hr

1+ years exp

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. They are seeking an Automated Fiber Placement Technician responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining AFP equipment to fabricate high-precision composite parts for aerospace applications. The role requires proficiency in machine control interfaces, composite layup processes, and quality assurance methods in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

AutomotiveConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturing

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operate Electroimpact AFP machines, including system setup, loading programs, and verifying proper alignment of materials and tooling

Use Electroimpact's proprietary interface and control software to manage ply sequences, tow paths, and machine diagnostics

Load and manage material such as prepreg spools into the Electroimpact AFP head, ensuring proper tension and tracking

Perform dry runs, calibrations, and material path verifications using the Electroimpact laser projection system (e.g., Virtek or LAP)

Monitor the AFP process for fiber bridging, tow drops, overlaps, and gaps, ensuring adherence to ply boundaries and fiber orientation

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing technicians to implement work instructions, part programs, and configuration changes specific to Electroimpact systems

Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of Electroimpact AFP equipment, including tow placement heads, compaction rollers, and vision systems

Perform post-process documentation including fiber placement records, machine logs, and defect tracking

Support process optimization by providing feedback on Electroimpact machine performance, downtime issues, and layup strategies

Behavior: The incumbent must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. The incumbent shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors

Being at work on time and maintaining good attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job

Qualification

Electroimpact AFP systemsCNC operationComposite layup processesEngineering drawings interpretationMechanical troubleshootingFiber orientation understandingVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3)

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program

Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED

1+ years of experience operating AFP, CNC, or similar automated equipment in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing

Familiarity with Electroimpact AFP systems or similar automated composite layup machines

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, ply schedules, and aerospace manufacturing standards

Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills specific to automated manufacturing machinery

Understanding of fiber orientation angles, tow path programming, and composite layup quality standards

Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language