Location: Tucson, AZ Department: Interiors0-1 Years - $23.50 ($29.50 OT) 1-3 Years - $26.50 ($32.50 OT) 3-5 Years - $31.00 ($37.00 OT)5+ Years - $35.50 ($41.50 OT) Composite Technician - MARANA24641 Pinal Air Park RoadMarana, AZ 85653Our client is looking to hire a Composite Technician that will perform functions assigned in the specialized repair of aircraft composite material structural members. Dont miss this opportunity & apply today! If you meet the requirements a recruiter will be in contact with you.
The ideal candidate for this position will perform the following tasks:
* Researches technical data and performs fabrication of plastic aircraft parts, accessories, and trim in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation policies and procedures.
* Cuts fiberglass, kevlar or graphite cloth to size, following template or blueprints, using cutting machine, scissors, or knife.
* Marks identifying information on material and assembles materials in kits for subsequent laminating.
* Applies parting agent to mold or bonding fixture.
* Impregnates cloth with resins by dipping cloth in solutions, feeding cloth between rollers to impregnating machine, or brushing resin onto cloth.
* Applies layers of impregnated cloth or prepreg onto mold or fixture in predetermined ply sequence, and presses cloth to fit contours of mold, smooth surface, and remove air pockets and excess resin, using squeegee, scraper, spatula or roller.
* Fits and laps ends of cloth, using scissors or knife.
* Encases molded laminate in bagging material and bleeder cloth, attached vacuum bagging apparatus, such as thermocouples, probes, and vacuum connections, to mold or bonding fixture, and exhausts air from vacuum bag to seal laminate for curing.
* Tests seal on vacuum bagging apparatus, using leak detector.
* Trims, drills, deburrs, grinds, sands, and finishes cured parts to specifications, using templates, fixtures, handtools, and power tools.
* Pre-fits and assembles cured parts into assemblies or subassemblies, using jigs, fixtures, power tools, and fasteners, such as rivets and bolts.
* Performs cold/hot metal bonding.
* Applies adhesives to surface of assembled parts for bonding in autoclave.
* Ensures that proper documentation is made on training record for training received, and signed by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
* Performs maintenance duties away from the base on temporary duty.
* Performs maintenance work such as repair and maintenance of company equipment and shop housecleaning.
* Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions Qualifications and Experience:
* High School diploma or equivalent required.
* Post-secondary education or training in composites or equivalent combination of education, training or experience required.
* Three to five years composite or structures work experience preferred.
* A License preferred.
* Current valid Arizona drivers license with clear driving record for past three years required.
* Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines
* Attention to detail and mathematical skills
* Ability to read, write, and understand the English language and to follow verbal and written instruction
* Ability to interpret and apply technical data relating to position
* Ability to safely drive and operate a standard shift automotive vehicle and other applicable equipment
* Ability to work with or without supervision.
