Composite Layup Technician

Advanced Cooling Technologies Inc•Anaheim, CA

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About The Position

The Composite Layup Technician fabricates composite parts by accurately placing, orienting, and bonding materials into molds or tooling according to engineering drawings, ply books, work instructions, and quality requirements. The role focuses on the pre-cure manufacturing phase of composite components. The technician also supports quality, safety, documentation, rework, and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, ply books, and work instructions.
Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
Ability to work in controlled environments, including following PPE requirements.
Basic math and measurement skills.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Nice To Haves

Understanding of composite materials, fiber orientation, and lamination techniques.
Prior experience in composite layup, aerospace manufacturing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform hand layup of composite materials, including prepregs, fabrics, adhesives, and films.
Cut, kit, and stage materials according to job requirements.
Follow ply books, travelers, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
Ensure correct fiber orientation, ply sequence, material placement, and part configuration.
Apply resins, adhesives, and bonding films as required.
Perform vacuum bagging and debulking, and prepare parts for curing processes.
Maintain material handling controls, including freezer-life and out-time tracking, and cleanliness requirements.
Inspect work for conformity to specifications before cure.
Complete required manufacturing and quality documentation.
Follow safety, environmental, and quality system requirements.
Support rework and continuous improvement activities.