Reliability & Performance Technologies ( R&P ) · 1 month ago
Composite Technician IV
Gautier, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expR&P Technologies is seeking an experienced Composite Technician IV to undertake various tasks related to composite lamination and installation on US Navy ships. The role involves overseeing production plans, managing surface preparation, providing training to junior personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMarine Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee the daily production plans as identified by the Composite Superintendent and customer requirements
Manage/Oversee surface preparation and composite lamination/infusion/installation of various laminates/RAM tile(s) systems
Assist with material research, purchase requests, job planning and material receipt
Assist shipboard leads in the creation and maintenance of QA binders, POA&Ms, Test and Inspection Plans (TIPs) and daily/weekly/monthly reports to customers and Operations Managers
Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and electronic)
Coordinate with other Lead Technicians, Operations Managers and Superintendents for personnel assignments and job completion across multiple tasks
Assist shipboard task leads in shipboard installations and identify hazards and malfunctions. Repair/replace damaged equipment when needed
Responsible for ensuring that all personnel adhere to the company’s QMS and Safety programs for assigned tasking
Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout procedures are being followed by junior personnel
Provide training for assigned personnel, to include filling out QA forms, organization, and other trainings deemed applicable for the growth of assigned personnel
Provide insight and feedback for training of assigned shipboard personnel. This includes training with RAM, various composite certifications, filling out QA forms, organization, and other training deemed applicable for the growth of personnel
Assist in maintaining the structure of S-Drive folders. This includes scanning and uploading of QA and shipboard documents to the assigned folder for tasks assigned to their personnel
Responsible for assisting with biannual evaluations and scheduling PTO reports for their assigned shipboard personnel
Be proactive in promoting team building, employee growth, and recognition
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat DC
Must have structural and composite background with a minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience (technical education and/or verified work experience in other composite industy sectors may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement)
Ability to read, understand and follow customer work item requirements, drawings, and wiring diagrams
Individual must have a keen attention to detail and be quality metric driven
Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (current active Secret clearance is a plus)
Fluency in English (verbal and written)
Prior experience supervising other personnel
Demonstrated ability to use power, pneumatic and hand tools (e.g. grinders, saws, drills, impacts, etc.)
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability
Appropriate physical condition to work in a heavily industrial shipyard enviromnet. Work involves walking up/down multiple levels of ships, exposure to heat/humidity, rain, cold, etc
Willingness to travel to various locations in support of assigned projects
Flexibility with regards to scheduling and planned support due to changes in shipyard delivery schedules and changes to Critical Path items
Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines
Shipyard competent person certification a plus
OSHA 10 - Maritime a plus
Qualification
Required
Proven technical skills and waterfront specialist
Provide training to Technician Level III, II and I personnel
Responsible for ensuring all composite production meets the expectations of the Composite Superintendent
All work performed will be in accordance with ship specification requirements while complying with all OSHA, Navy, shipyard, and R&P safety policies and procedures
Oversee the execution of shipboard installations to include, but not limited to composite manufacturing/outfitting/installation, RAM repair and installation
Demonstrate and maintain effective leadership qualities
Provide any and all guidance required by junior personnel to accomplish their tasks
Work with personnel to deconflict issues that may arise during task completion
Oversee the daily production plans as identified by the Composite Superintendent and customer requirements
Manage/Oversee surface preparation and composite lamination/infusion/installation of various laminates/RAM tile(s) systems
Assist with material research, purchase requests, job planning and material receipt
Assist shipboard leads in the creation and maintenance of QA binders, POA&Ms, Test and Inspection Plans (TIPs) and daily/weekly/monthly reports to customers and Operations Managers
Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and electronic)
Coordinate with other Lead Technicians, Operations Managers and Superintendents for personnel assignments and job completion across multiple tasks
Assist shipboard task leads in shipboard installations and identify hazards and malfunctions
Repair/replace damaged equipment when needed
Responsible for ensuring that all personnel adhere to the company's QMS and Safety programs for assigned tasking
Ensure proper Lockout/Tagout procedures are being followed by junior personnel
Provide training for assigned personnel, to include filling out QA forms, organization, and other trainings deemed applicable for the growth of assigned personnel
Provide insight and feedback for training of assigned shipboard personnel
Assist in maintaining the structure of S-Drive folders
Responsible for assisting with biannual evaluations and scheduling PTO reports for their assigned shipboard personnel
Be proactive in promoting team building, employee growth, and recognition
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat DC
Must have structural and composite background with a minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience
Ability to read, understand and follow customer work item requirements, drawings, and wiring diagrams
Individual must have a keen attention to detail and be quality metric driven
Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
Fluency in English (verbal and written)
Prior experience supervising other personnel
Demonstrated ability to use power, pneumatic and hand tools (e.g. grinders, saws, drills, impacts, etc.)
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability
Appropriate physical condition to work in a heavily industrial shipyard environment
Willingness to travel to various locations in support of assigned projects
Flexibility with regards to scheduling and planned support due to changes in shipyard delivery schedules and changes to Critical Path items
Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines
Preferred
Shipyard competent person certification a plus
OSHA 10 - Maritime a plus
Benefits
Contributions towards health insurance
401(k) matching
Other non-salary benefits
Company
Reliability & Performance Technologies ( R&P )
Reliability & Performance Technologies (R&P) in 2025 celebrates our 25th anniversary of supporting nearly every U.S.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bill Paniszczyn
Chief Operating Officer
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