Composite Manufacturing Technician

Centrus Energy•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

The Composite Manufacturing Technician will manufacture high-performance composite components using filament winding technology. The role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining filament winding machines that coat and wind composite filaments under precise tension to produce cylindrical components. Work includes setting machine parameters, handling and mixing resins, cutting finished tubes to specification, following detailed work instructions, and performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting to keep equipment operating smoothly. The technician is expected to balance craftsmanship, safety, and process discipline to produce high-quality composite products with minimal downtime while supporting a carbon-free energy future. The position requires a Q-level security clearance, which the successful candidate must obtain and maintain. Candidates must complete pre-employment identity and work-eligibility verification, a background check, and drug testing. Employees in clearance-required roles are subject to random drug testing and may be tested following certain incidents or when reasonable suspicion exists. A Federal government background investigation is required for the Q clearance, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 5 years of production experience in a nuclear, chemical, or manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with precision machinery.
Flexibility to work rotating shifts, overtime, and travel for training as needed.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Q-level security clearance.
Must complete pre-employment background and drug testing and the required employment eligibility verification.

Nice To Haves

Experience processing carbon fiber composite parts is highly desired but not required.
Hands-on experience with filament winding, composite materials, or resin systems.
Current Q-level security clearance.
Passion for precision craftsmanship and process discipline.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain filament winding machines.
Set machine parameters and wind composite filaments under precise tension to produce cylindrical components.
Handle and mix resins.
Cut finished tubes to specification.
Follow detailed work instructions and process requirements.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
Maintain a focus on craftsmanship, safety, process discipline, and product quality.