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Scaled Composites, LLC · 11 hours ago

Composite Technician, Experienced

Scaled Composites, LLC is a 40-year-old aerospace company focused on rapid prototyping and manufacturing of innovative aircraft. The Composite Technician plays a crucial role in the fabrication of composite structures, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure precision in the assembly and production processes.

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Responsibilities

Collaborating closely with leads and engineers to execute precise directives for the manufacturing of composite components and structures
Engaging with program personnel to support the construction of composite elements through attentive teamwork
Assisting in the fabrication of tooling and orchestrating necessary setups essential for the production of composite components and structures
Preparing molds for room temperature or heat-cured lay-ups to ensure optimal results
Ensuring the accurate verification of resin ratios and expertly blending epoxy resin components for wet lay-ups and assemblies
Placing composite components in molds utilizing epoxy pre-preg or wet resin systems to create components of various sizes
Performing vacuum bagging processes on composite components, adjusting settings to diverse applications per SP or MOT’s guidelines, with potential oven curing based on resin system and application
Working with wet resin systems and fillers to construct composite assemblies to exacting standards
Cutting, trimming, fitting, and drilling components using hand/bench tools and measuring devices to uphold specified tolerances

Qualification

Composite fabricationEpoxy resin systemsFabrication equipmentReading drawingsMeasuring toolsAutonomous workCommunicationAdaptabilityTeamwork

Required

Minimum of High school diploma or GED certificate
Prior experience with composites to include any combination of woodworking or metal fabrication, automotive, machine shop, and hands-on hobby experience
Must be proficient in all items listed in the Progression Chart
Proficient in reading and working with MOT's and drawings
Ability to perform basic math functions such as simple calculations: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and convert whole numbers into fractions
Proficiency in the use of measuring tools such as scales and calipers
Experience in the use of fabrication equipment (scissors, knives, measuring devices, grinders, jig saws, skill saws, drills, band saws, disc grinders, table saws, drill presses and planers.)
Good communication skills, to include reading and following verbal and written instructions
Ability to work autonomously with moderate to minimal supervision
Ability to adapt to configuration changes common in research and development
Flexible and ability to adjust to the changing needs of the company
Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced research and development environment and a team atmosphere

Benefits

100% Paid Benefits
401k Matching

Company

Scaled Composites, LLC

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Scaled Composites, LLC is an aerospace and specialty composites development company located in Mojave, California (about 80 miles north of Los Angeles).

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2007-07-20Acquired

Leadership Team

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Patti Bird
Vice President of Business Operations
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Peter Siebold
Vice President of Flight Operations
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