Composite Technician

Standard Aero•Sharonville, OH

About The Position

At StandardAero, a Composite Technician sets up and operates a variety of hand tools to complete composite fabrication and repair tasks. The role also performs operations such as blending, chasing threads, deburring, angle checking, coldworking metals, masking, and braze application. The technician repairs aircraft components according to technical manuals, shop routers, and established procedures; performs composite fabrication and repairs; maintains quality and safety standards; records time worked; and supports production through cross-training and other duties.

Requirements

Must qualify as a U.S. Citizen under applicable U.S. export control laws because the position requires access to export-controlled information.
At least 1 year of experience using hand tools such as grinders, sanders, files, and Dremels.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds unassisted for approximately 25% of the average workday.
Ability to sit or stand for at least 50% of the shift.

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical aptitude.
Prior experience with auto body, metal fabrication, and engine repair.
Ability to read and interpret manuals, technical drawings, and/or blueprints.
Prior MRO or military component repair experience.
Experience with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate hand tools, including hammers, files, Dremels, drills, presses, low-temperature ovens, pullers, and hand grinders.
Perform blending, chasing threads, deburring, angle checking, coldworking metals, masking, and braze application.
Repair aircraft components according to technical manuals, shop routers, and established procedures.
Perform hot bonding, wet lay-up preparation, and curing using raw materials and prepregs, including glass and aramid fibers.
Repair composite components using appropriate adhesives and resins.
Remove and repair damaged honeycomb and core panels, including thermoset and thermoplastic materials, using adhesive bonding.
Perform grinding, sanding, blending, and deburring operations while maintaining required quality standards.
Accurately record time worked on shop orders and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Follow OSHA requirements and safety procedures, and use appropriate PPE when handling chemicals.
Demonstrate professionalism and customer service, participate in cross-training, and perform other production-support duties.