General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago
Composite Technician IV
Adelanto California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Composite Technician IV position involves working under limited supervision to assist in the fabrication, curing, and assembly of composite materials, ensuring quality and adherence to blueprints and specifications.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of molds and forms
Mark and cut tape, woven material, honeycomb, adhesive and similar materials following templates, guides or specific dimensions and sequences
Route, drill, trim, and install fasteners to blueprint dimensions and tolerances. Operate vacuum press as required. Assist in the lay-up of composite materials to molds
Fit and smooth successive layers of materials as necessary to secure build-up free from wrinkles, air pockets and voids following directions and instructions
Assist in the development of shop aids to facilitate fabrication, trimming and assembly as required
Assemble Aircraft components using structural adhesives, rivets and threaded fasteners
Prepare surface and paint composite and metal components including bodywork, contour shaping and sanding. Apply spray application of epoxy paints, urethane and water based epoxy coatings, using a high volume low-pressure spray gun
Check expiration dates of materials prior to use, prepare proper mixes of resins and catalysts
May make continuity checks on work in progress and may monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
Maintain records as required. Supports the quality process by maintaining work area in an orderly condition by returning tools, equipment and materials to storage areas
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Qualification
Required
Typically requires High School diploma or equivalent and five or more years of related experience
Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and be capable of doing basic mathematical calculations
Must be able to use hand tools, such as rollers, paper cutters, scissors, x-acto knives, electric heat gun and fixtures such as molds and mandrels
Ability to use measuring instruments such as scales and protractors and calipers
Familiarity with common shop tools such as band saws, disk sanders, drill press, wood lathe, etc
Must be able to work in a loud environment; work extended hours as required; and be able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs
Preferred
May require respirator certification
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
Recent News
2026-02-12
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