Composite Technician

DZYNE Technologies • Irvine, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DZYNE Technologies, part of the Ondas Sentinel organization, is seeking a full-time Composite Technician for its composite shop in Irvine, California. The company is willing to train exceptional individuals for composite lamination and finishing work. The role involves creating and modifying composite structures for manned and unmanned aircraft in accordance with Department of Defense requirements. The position is on-site and may involve travel of up to 5%. An annual bonus is available in addition to the hourly rate of $30.00–$40.00; the rate depends on factors including relevant experience, education, training, skills, and market demand. Employment is contingent on meeting applicable U.S. export-control eligibility and compliance requirements. Candidates must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of relevant successful work experience.
• Mechanical assembly experience, exposure to composites work, and experience preparing and using bonding materials.
• Ability to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints, and similar authorized drawings and documents.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work extended hours as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet applicable U.S. export-control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• A&P license or military aircraft experience.
• Experience assembling aerospace structures, including setup, bonding, and fastener applications.
• Laser projection experience.
• Familiarity with pneumatic drill motors, 90-degree drill motors, rivet guns and sets, die grinders, countersinks, cages, standard hand tools, nut plate installations, Hi-Loks, and riveting.
• Automated ply cutter experience.
• Knowledge of aircraft hardware, materials, and processes.
• Experience using precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques, including grit blasting, hand abrasion, and power abrasion.
• Experience gained through the military or an aviation manufacturing company.

Responsibilities

• Perform hand lay-up of wet-lay composite materials.
• Cut and trim composite parts to close tolerances using hand tools and inspection equipment.
• Structurally bond and fasten composite assemblies, including preparing surfaces for bonding.
• Assemble aircraft components using structural adhesives, rivets, and threaded fasteners.
• Drill, ream, and countersink holes in the proper sequence and to the correct size.
• Apply sealant, iodine, primer, adhesives, and other special finishes.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision and management for the benefit of the company, program, or employees.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits fully covered by DZYNE.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Annual bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED