Must-haves:

• Associate's degree in a related field of study and 6 or more years of experience

• A higher level degree may substitute for experience

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications

• Advanced technical skills and knowledge to fabricate composite components which may include bond prep, tool prep, ply kit generation, vacuum bagging, loading parts into oven/autoclave, autoclave operation, de-tooling, trimming, finishing, core processing, integration, bond work, and other composite fabrication processes as required

Preferred:

• Operation of autoclaves, ovens, automated cutting tables, specialized hand tools, and general machine shop equipment for composites finishing

• Experience with advanced composite materials such as prepregs with various resin systems

• Experience working with metallic and non-metallic honeycomb core products

• Experience working with primers, sealers and release agents for layup tool preparation

• Experience with composite vacuum bagging materials, processes and techniques

• Knowledge of clean room procedures

• While executing manufacturing operations apply an intermediate level of knowledge and skills in hardware assembly, troubleshooting and repair

• Perform casting or cutting of materials to fabricate manufacturing aids as required

• Verify work to ensure a defect free part prior to presenting to quality control (inspection)

• Experience in reading and interpreting work instructions, specifications, sketches, job travelers, planning documents and engineering drawings

• Apply solid computer skills to access & input data via computer interface or automated equipment

• Provide specialized technical assistance and interacts with team members to implement solutions

• Training and direction to junior technicians

• Employee will be required to handle regulated and hazardous wastes and materials

• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company FOD and 5S programs, and comply with all safety regulations

• Support Lean Manufacturing activities as required

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, NASA, the US Department of Defense or US Military