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L3Harris Technologies · 3 hours ago

Composite Technician B

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a leader in the defense industry, committed to delivering end-to-end technology solutions. They are seeking a Composite Technician B to work at their Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Huntsville, AL, focusing on the fabrication and assembly of composite rocket motor hardware.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Produce parts, components and final assemblies using composite fabrication, compression molding, metal fabrication, modification, checkout, re-work, quality testing, and assembly utilizing detailed work instructions, schematics, diagrams, layouts or manufacturing test development or diagnostic equipment

Prepare various components for lay-up, filament winding, cure and post cure using cured and uncured rubber materials and adhesives

Operation of various machinery and shop equipment which may include but not be limited to ovens, autoclaves, manual lathes, CNC lathes, CNC milling centers, manual mills, boring mills, presses, furnaces, mixers, grinders, swages, paint booths, fume hoods and overhead cranes

Fabrication and assembly of piece parts into completed sub-assembly using assembly tools

Perform vacuum bagging and related processes for fabrication and curing composite parts

Complete structural bonding operations using film adhesives, core materials, and adhesives

Building of complex layups individually and in small groups

Build, clean, and properly store large tooling

Insulation of mandrels and composite cases

Cast, cure and machining of sand mandrels

Facilitate and conduct OJT training of technicians as required

Works with management and supervision to meet critical deadlines

Produce development hardware to support research and development programs

Troubleshoot processes and identify, modify and/or escalate out of control processes and production escapes

Assist in the development of process improvement actions within the facility

Coordinate with maintenance, supervision and/or engineers in the set-up and calibration of equipment

Participate in preventative maintenance activities

Clean machines, equipment, and work area according to Standard Operating Procedures

Support safety initiatives and adhere to 5S+1 standards

Qualification

Composite fabricationCNC machiningQuality testingMetal fabricationProcess improvementSafety adherenceTraining facilitationTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of 4 years of prior manufacturing experience; OR 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0-2 years of prior manufacturing experience