Job Description

The Composite Technician manufactures composite parts and structures using filament winding equipment and related machinery. This role focuses on modifying glass, carbon, and other fibers to create high-quality composite overwrapped pressure vessels and components that meet precise project and process specifications.

Shift

• Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with typical work weeks around 50 hours and occasional Saturdays as needed to meet production demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate filament winding equipment to manufacture composite parts and structures according to standard procedures, process specifications, and work instructions.
• Develop a hands-on working knowledge of winding machines, resin mixing equipment, hoists, extractors, curing ovens, and all ancillary equipment required in the winding process.
• Set up production machinery, including preparing winding machines and related equipment for operation.
• Tear down and clean production machinery after use, ensuring equipment is ready for the next production run.
• Monitor and validate the progress of machine operations, making adjustments as necessary to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Feed raw materials or parts into semi-automated machines in accordance with production requirements.
• Gather parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials needed to complete each production process or work order.
• Position parts and subassemblies accurately by using templates or reading and interpreting measurements.
• Assemble parts to match product specifications, using appropriate hand tools and power tools.
• Perform data entry related to production activities, such as recording measurements, counts, and process parameters.
• Follow all safety guidelines and standard operating procedures in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work area throughout the production process.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred, with a background in production or assembly.
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and spoken English.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools.
• Experience in composites or textiles manufacturing environments.
• Ability to accurately use measuring devices such as pi-tape, calipers, and air pressure gauges.
• Ability to operate power tools including hand saws, drill guns, and band saws.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort working with manufacturing equipment.
• Experience using hand tools in an assembly or production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical degree or technical training is a plus.
• Experience with Fanuc controls is a plus.
• Previous experience in composite manufacturing or working with glass, carbon, or similar fibers is beneficial.
• Familiarity with filament winding processes and resin mixing equipment is advantageous.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with semi-automated machinery.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that places a strong emphasis on culture and shared mission, valuing passion, drive, and intangible qualities as highly as prior experience. The team is expanding rapidly, with significant headcount growth planned and the potential to add multiple shifts, creating opportunities for professional development and advancement. You will work alongside people who are committed to innovative aerospace-related manufacturing, in an environment that supports learning, skill-building, and long-term career growth.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production and manufacturing environment focused on the fabrication of composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs) used in advanced aerospace applications. The facility operates high-speed machinery, filament winding equipment, resin mixing systems, hoists, extractors, and curing ovens, as well as semi-automated machines and a variety of hand and power tools. The environment is hands-on, mechanically oriented, and process-driven, with an emphasis on safety, precision, and adherence to standardized procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westminster, MD.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Westminster,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.