Edge Autonomy · 15 hours ago
Composites Technician
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23/hr - $43/hrEdge Autonomy is looking for a Composites Technician to join our finishing team, this role combines hands-on skills with a strong knowledge of materials including their proper handling and required personal protective equipment. The role involves following safety requirements, completing documentation, assembling composite components, and assisting engineering staff as needed.
AerospaceDrone ManagementDrones
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Follow shop safety requirements and other relevant policies
Completing documentation of components’ progress through the shop (Composites are a progression of assembly of the drone in stages)
Working in a collaborative environment
Follow verbal and written instructions to configure and assemble composite components
Configure, assemble, and bond raw composite materials and components
Post-process finishing such as sanding, cutting, trimming, deburring, cleaning, priming, and painting by hand
Assist engineering and other production staff in resolving issues related to equipment and processes if needed
Following all office procedures, including tracking hours and cleaning up workspaces
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
Respirator use for up to eight (8) hours a day
Standing for two (2) consistent hours at a time
Experience in a fabrication, assembly, manufacturing, or engineering environment
Enjoys working with their hands
Ability to solve problems
Able to work together on a team
The ability to follow verbal and written procedures, good communication skills
Willingness to learn, ask questions, and listen to others
Safety and quality minded, strong attention to detail
Preferred
Experience with composites, resins, adhesives, coatings, measurement tools
Experience crafting, woodworking or assembly
Familiarity with engineering documentation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds
Experience planning, supervision, and coordination
Will be cross trained in other areas of Composites
Computer literacy
Any experience with process tracking documentation
Benefits
Matching 401(k)
Paid PTO
Paid holidays
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
HSA and FSA Options
Critical Care Plan
Accident Care Plan
Company
Edge Autonomy
Edge Autonomy manufactures unmanned aircraft vehicles for the government and private companies.
Founded in 1998
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-20Acquired
Leadership Team
John Purvis
Chief Executive Officer
Allen Gardner
CTO
Recent News
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