Composite Technician II role at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI), a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and surveillance systems, supporting composite fabrication, curing, trimming, assembly, and finishing in a manufacturing environment. You’ll work from blueprints/process sheets using provided tooling, with a focus on lay-up, vacuum bagging, adhesives/fasteners, and surface prep/painting. Standout perk: set 2nd shift schedule (2:30 pm–12:00 am).
- Work on advanced aircraft components
- 2nd shift schedule (2:30–12:00)
- Structured processes with provided tooling
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Under general supervision, with some detailed instructions and intermittent review, working in a loud manufacturing environment with a variety of epoxy agents, this position performs repetitive or standard procedures and assists in the fabrication, curing, build-up and assembly of various types of composite materials where required information is readily available, methods and sequences have been pre-determined, and tooling is provided. Works with blueprints, templates, sample parts, process sheets and other authorized information. This is a 2nd shift position from 2:30 pm to 12:00 am
DUTIES AND 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 sand to blueprint dimensions and tolerances. Vacuum bag parts for room temperature cure.
- Assist in the lay-up of composite materials to mold.
- Fit and smooth successive layers of materials as necessary to secure build-up free from wrinkles, air pockets and voids following directions and instructions.
- 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.
- Assist in the development of shop aids to facilitate fabrication, trimming and assembly as required.
- Check expiration dates of materials prior to use, prepare proper mixes of resins and catalysts.
- May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Maintain records as required. Support quality process by maintaining work area in an orderly condition by returning tools, equipment and materials to storage area.
- 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.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
- Typically requires High School diploma or equivalent and two 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 simple 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.
- May require respirator certification.
- 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.