Hot Section Technologies, Inc. · 11 hours ago
Composite Repair Technician (Aviation Composites)
Oxnard, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
2+ years expHot Section Technologies, Inc. is an FAA/EASA Part 145 repair station supporting the regional airline market through component-level maintenance and repair. The Composite Repair Technician role focuses on in-service composite component repair, requiring hands-on expertise in processes such as scarf repair and honeycomb core replacement while adhering to strict quality and documentation standards.
AerospaceCommercialFreight ServiceTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Surface preparation and damage removal, including scarf prep per approved data
Wet layup/hand layup repairs with correct ply orientation and contour restoration
Honeycomb core removal/replacement and bonding tasks
Cure control (room-temperature and oven cures when required); verify/document time/temperature
Trim/finish operations (routing, drilling, sanding, deburr/fill)
Accurate work order documentation and traceability (material certs, batch/lot) where required
Follow SDS/PPE/environmental controls; organized work area; support continuous improvement
Work strictly to approved technical data and controlled work instructions
Complete travelers/work orders/routers accurately and in real time
Follow inspection checkpoints/hold points and work effectively with Quality
Discrepancies/nonconformances: stop, escalate, document, and disposition before proceeding
Tool calibration awareness and recordkeeping where required
Contamination prevention and FOD control; disciplined surface prep
Environmental controls when required (temperature/humidity per approved data)
Material control where required: batch/lot, shelf life, out-time, pot life, and mix ratio method (weight/volume as applicable)
Consumables control (release film/peel ply/bleeder/breather/solvents as applicable)
Cure control: verify/document time and temperature as required
Qualification
Required
HS diploma or GED
2+ years hands-on composite repair experience (Part 145/OEM/military)
Ability to interpret technical data and follow approved processes
Strong documentation habits and traceability mindset
Able to lift up to 50 lb; standing/kneeling/crouching/overhead work
Able to pass pre-employment and random drug screening
Preferred
FAA-recognized composite training/certificate, A&P, or equivalent military composites background
Eligibility to obtain FAA Repairman Certificate for composite structures (as applicable)
Experience working in regulated aviation environments with strong inspection/compliance standards
Benefits
Health insurance: $350/month employer contribution toward the team member’s premium
Dependent health coverage: $200/month employer contribution (total for all dependents)
Dental, vision, and life insurance: 100% employer-paid
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Profit sharing: annual program; eligible after 90 days; when provided, pool is 3% of net profit distributed pro-rata (comp-to-comp); based on company performance and goal attainment; not guaranteed
PTO and 8 company-paid holidays
Additional paid time off may be provided around July 4 and Christmas/New Year’s based on company performance and goal attainment
Structured on-the-job training and professional development
Regular team-building activities and monthly company lunches
Company
Hot Section Technologies, Inc.
Hot Section Technologies is an emerging leader in providing Part 145 MRO services for regional air carriers throughout the world.
11-50 employees
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Jase Rex
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