Applied Composites is seeking a Composite Technician 1 who is responsible for the surface preparation of all masters and molds to be used to laminate pre-preg composite parts, to load and unload autoclaves, and to remove parts from the molds.

About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.

Job Accountabilities:

Follow Quality documents such as the Traveler, Build Manual and work instruction to operate the autoclaves or oven recipe to specifications
Prepare masters and molds in compliance to Engineering data and associated quality requirements and product Safety Data Sheets
Demold parts from tools and ready the part for inspection
Alert the Lead or Manager of nonconforming parts after cure cycle has completed and/or after demolding the part
Book your labor and materials used according to company policy using internal computer systems
Keep the area in which you work clean and safe
Use the appropriate PPE when working with seal and release agents in the tool preparation area
Undertake work within the capabilities you are certified to or as directed by your manager
Work to be done in compliance with Government, Customer and Regulatory Bodies
Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Specifications:

Education: A Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Years’ Experience: 0-2 years of relevant work experience
Skills:

Ability to use a variety of manual and power tools
Ability to do accurate work at a rapid pace
Requires reading and writing skills
Follow detailed instructions.
Shop level math skills
Familiar with standard shop practices used in the aerospace industry

Benefits:

At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.