This is a job for a Composite Technician I position with a company located in the Columbus, MS area.
Position Overview: At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Composite Technician I to help us advance the future of flight.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Build composite components for air vehicles using appropriate lay-up techniques. Operate a broad variety equipment for cutting, kitting, and assembly of materials to include machines requiring understanding of computer software technology. Use hand/power tools in a safe and efficient manner to shape and form simple and complex components. Prepare composite components for curing process in autoclave and/or oven by applying proper vacuum bagging methods and procedures. Ensure parts meet all quality standards and guidelines prior to presenting for inspection. Perform simple composite repairs when needed. Maintain a neat and orderly work area, supports the company FOD (Foreign Object Damage) prevention program and complies with all safety regulations. Must be able to perform math computations, to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. May work any shift and overtime. Comply with good housekeeping, quality, FOD, and safety procedures. Support other Aurora Flight Sciences sites as required. Perform other tasks as required by site leadership.
Minimum Requirements: Education/experience typically acquired through b:asic education (e.g. high school diploma/GED). Proficient in the use of computers and equipment which utilizes computer software technology. Must be a US Person.
Preferred Requirements: Advanced vocational and/ or military technical schooling related to aircraft manufacturing or maintenance, or FAA licensed A&P a plus. Completion of EMCC Composites Training Certificate or similar. Aerospace and/or manufacturing work-related experience.
Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE. Ability to transport objects up to 35 pounds as well as consistently stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb and kneel. Able to work flexible schedule, including extended hours and weekends. Successful candidate may be required to work any shift - first, second or third. Work onsite in Columbus, MS.
Salary Range (Annualized USD): Minimum Range: $30,000.00 to $53,000.00. Maximum Range: $36,000.00 to $64,000.00.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Aurora Flight Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer