At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Composite Technician I to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
- Build composite components for air vehicles using appropriate lay-up techniques.
- Operate a broad variety equipment for cutting, kitting, and assembly of materials to include machines requiring understanding of computer software technology.
- Use hand/power tools in a safe and efficient manner to shape and form simple and complex components.
- Prepare composite components for curing process in autoclave and/or oven by applying proper vacuum bagging methods and procedures.
- Ensure parts meet all quality standards and guidelines prior to presenting for inspection.
- Perform simple composite repairs when needed.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company FOD (Foreign Object Damage) prevention program and complies with all safety regulations.
- Must be able to perform math computations, to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- May work any shift and overtime.
- Comply with good housekeeping, quality, FOD, and safety procedures.
- Support other Aurora Flight Sciences sites as required.
- Perform other tasks as required by site leadership.
- Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. high school diploma/GED).
- Proficient in the use of computers and equipment which utilizes computer software technology.
- Must be a US Person.
- Advanced vocational and/ or military technical schooling related to aircraft manufacturing or maintenance, or FAA licensed A&P a plus.
- Aerospace and/or manufacturing work-related experience.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.
- Ability to transport objects up to 35 pounds as well as consistently stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb and kneel.
- Able to work flexible schedule, including extended hours and weekends.
- Successful candidate may be required to work any shift - first, second or third.
- Work onsite in Columbus, MS.