Description
Come help us build Rockets! Location is in Briggs, TX, north of Cedar Park. Composite technicians manufacture all production and development primary structures, tanks and secondary structures from raw fiber through delivery to the integration line. This vehicle is the only American all-composite rocket and composites will fundamentally set this company above the competitors. As a core strength, we seek composite technicians with a diverse knowledge base along the entire manufacturing line. This position would be for 2nd shift.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Train and mentor newer composite technicians on industry standards and Firefly specific processes
Provide a production perspective on development hardware and support planning for production readiness
Support con-ops and tooling design meetings for future products
Improve composite operations and product designs with engineering
Constantly improve the fabrication operations and drive efficiency projects from the ground up
Perform all the steps in making aerospace grade composite parts, including but not limited to:
Cut carbon using hand tools to high tolerance
Perform bonding operations (abrade, clean, prep adhesives, etc)
Hand lamination of various materials including (carbon, glass, Kevlar, film adhesives and foam or metallic cores)
Create vacuum bags for Room temperature debulk as well as oven cures
Material handling pursuant to AS9100
Shop organization and cleanliness
2nd Shift- Monday-Thursday 4PM-2:30AM/ Friday- 2PM-10PM + 10 Shift Differential
Skills
Composite, Fabrication, Airframe, Composite material, Aircraft, Production, Blueprint, Inspection, Quality assurance, Mechanical assembly, Composite manufacturing, Molding, Trimming, Blueprint reading, Pneumatic tool, Assembly, Hand tool, Power tool, Manual dexterity, Aircraft assembly, Industrial machinery, Sealing, Vacuum, Repair, Aerospace, Lamination
Top Skills Details
Composite,Fabrication,Airframe,Composite material,Aircraft,Production,Blueprint,Inspection,Quality assurance,Mechanical assembly,Composite manufacturing,Molding,Trimming,Blueprint reading,Pneumatic tool
Additional Skills & Qualifications
REQUIRED
4+ years in glass or carbon lay-up shop
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
Attention to detail
Meticulous craftsmanship
Demonstrated ability to drill and lay out precision holes
Proficient use of
Pneumatic tools
Hand tools
Power tools
Precision measurement instruments
Familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints
Experience working with material data sheets
Use of personal protective equipment
Automatic fiber placement, filament winding, Thermoforming experience is beneficial
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bertram,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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