VSE Aviation · 4 hours ago
Composite Technician I
Miramar, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelVSE Aviation is seeking a Composite Technician I to work with aircraft parts using oven processes and vacuum techniques. The role involves maintaining and repairing components made of fiberglass and requires the ability to interpret blueprints and perform various bonding and assembly tasks.
AerospaceIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Performs bonding of metallic or nonmetallic materials to fabricate parts and/or for repair applications using products and processes which are varied, but generally not complex in scope
Must read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, specification sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings. Determines equipment requirements and the method and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, epoxy resins, rubber and like materials
Plans, lay-outs, and builds adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and non-metallic composite materials. Builds composites and metal parts into subassemblies for the purpose of pre-fitting in preparation for bonding, curing in press ovens, and autoclaves
Lay out, pre-fits, assembles, and performs lay-up on a variety of metal-to-metal and composite bonded assemblies. Fits core in where close tolerances are required for installation of details for completion of assembly
Performs vacuum bagging. Lay out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material to develop and trace patterns of product or parts or uses templates
Selects tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions
Execute all required paperwork in connection with assigned normal duties
Use and operate ground support equipment, as applicable and if qualified, in a safe manner
Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments with little or no rework
Assist other employees in the performance of their job assignments through coaching, counseling, and guidance
Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers
Follow all safety procedures and specifications
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Perform work within estimated hours
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Performs bonding of metallic or nonmetallic materials to fabricate parts and/or for repair applications using products and processes which are varied, but generally not complex in scope
Must read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, specification sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings
Determines equipment requirements and the method and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, epoxy resins, rubber and like materials
Plans, lay-outs, and builds adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and non-metallic composite materials
Builds composites and metal parts into subassemblies for the purpose of pre-fitting in preparation for bonding, curing in press ovens, and autoclaves
Lay out, pre-fits, assembles, and performs lay-up on a variety of metal-to-metal and composite bonded assemblies
Fits core in where close tolerances are required for installation of details for completion of assembly
Performs vacuum bagging
Lay out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material to develop and trace patterns of product or parts or uses templates
Selects tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions
Execute all required paperwork in connection with assigned normal duties
Use and operate ground support equipment, as applicable and if qualified, in a safe manner
Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments with little or no rework
Assist other employees in the performance of their job assignments through coaching, counseling, and guidance
Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers
Follow all safety procedures and specifications
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Perform work within estimated hours
Other duties as assigned
Company
VSE Aviation
VSE Aviation is positioned in the aerospace industry to support our customers with maintenance, repair, and overhaul services.
Founded in 2015
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
K
Keith Windham
CEO A.I.R. / VP of BD VSE Aviation
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