Composite Technician B

L3Harris•North Amityville, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a detail-oriented, team-focused Composite Technician B to support the layup, machining, and bonding of composite and epoxy parts and to assist in preparing and masking antennas for foam injection. The role involves bonding composite, metal, and laminate materials into assemblies and structures, operating equipment to complete bonding cycles, and inspecting and repairing finished products. The successful candidate works well with others, is committed to meeting customer deadlines, and is willing to work overtime when required. The position is located in North Amityville, New York. Its 9/80 schedule consists of working nine out of every fourteen days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off. The salary range in the Greater NYC area is $22.84 to $42.55; the final offer may vary based on factors including experience and geographic location. L3Harris offers benefits including health and disability insurance, a 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Programs and options may vary based on hire date, schedule type, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of prior relevant experience, or an associate degree and 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
Willingness to work overtime when required.
Ability to use shop tools such as band saws, table routers, hand routers, drill presses, orbital sanders, and utility knives.
Ability to use common measuring tools such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
Teamwork and commitment to meeting customer deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating hydraulic press molding machines.
Experience vacuum bagging composite parts.
Experience working with polyurethane foam.

Responsibilities

Assist with the layup and machining of composite and epoxy parts.
Prepare and mask antennas for foam injection.
Bond composite, metal, and laminate materials into semi-finished or finished assemblies, parts, skins, components, and structures.
Lay out articles and cut parts or materials to size according to specifications.
Apply liquid or solid bonding agents as required by specific processes.
Operate autoclaves, hydraulic presses, and ovens to complete bonding cycles.
Set and operate equipment to control heat, pressure, and timing according to material and bonding specifications.
Sand, deburr, and smooth bonded areas; apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges.
Monitor and verify finished-part quality to ensure compliance with standards.
Repair composite, metal, or laminate-bonded products according to inspection and rework instructions.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment and follow company procedures.
Work with composite materials, including fiberglass and epoxy, and polyurethane foams.
Use shop tools and common measuring tools.