Composite Fabricator III

AeroVironment•Petaluma, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Composite Fabricator III works closely with engineering staff, technicians, and vendors/suppliers in the fabrication of tooling, structures, and components utilizing a variety of materials. This role involves following design drawing instructions and written process instructions, and working with Engineering to resolve fabrication and assembly issues. The fabricator will also create and work with tooling, fixtures, and jigs, and operate hand/power tools for cutting or trimming. Bonding and curing processes using various materials like thermal plastic, rubber, resins, and adhesives are also part of the role, as is the use of precision measuring tools to ensure work accuracy. Adherence to all safety requirements is mandatory. This position handles moderately difficult assignments requiring judgment and typically receives general instructions on new tasks with little instruction on daily work.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
Minimum 2 - 4 years of hands-on composite fabrication experience or equivalent combination of experience and education
Demonstrated knowledge of layup processes
Demonstrated knowledge in using precision measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.)
Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings
Demonstrated computer proficiency and ability to download work instructions, as applicable
Experienced using hand/power tools (i.e. jitterbug, dotco)
Must be able to lift and carry objects of varying sizes and shapes up to and between 10 lbs. (Frequently) and 20 lbs. (Occasional)
Requires ability to perform the following: reaching, handling, turning/twisting, lifting/lowering, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, contact with metals and composites, exposure to moving parts and tools, pinch points, sharp cutters and slipping hazards, noise and atmospheric conditions, and the use of personal safety gear for face/eye, respiration, ears and feet. (Frequent)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
ITAR U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated competency in calculation of math dimensions working with sample parts, sketches and/or verbal instructions for fabricating details, as required
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
May require working from high/exposed places, tight spaces and work from ladders (Occasional)

Responsibilities

Follows design drawing instructions and written process instructions
Works with Engineering in performing fabrication and assembly tasks as well as resolving tooling issues
Works with and fabricates tooling, fixtures, jigs, etc. from one or more materials
Operates hand/power tools (e.g., jitterbug, dotco) for cutting or trimming, as required
Works with materials to perform bonding/curing (e.g., thermal plastic, rubber, resins, adhesives) in the experimental layup process, as required
Uses precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, scales, micrometers) to check work performed
Adheres to all safety requirements
Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgement in resolving issues
Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on new assignments
Other duties as assigned