Lead Composite Technician

AO Racing • St. Charles, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

AO Racing is seeking a Lead Composite Technician to oversee its composites department. This role involves hands-on fabrication, repair, and development of race-winning composite components. The ideal candidate will set quality standards, manage priorities, mentor team members, and ensure the delivery of high-performance parts for race and development programs. This position requires a hands-on leader comfortable in high-pressure motorsports environments, capable of balancing multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality. Effective communication with engineers, mechanics, and race operations personnel is crucial, as is a commitment to continuous improvement and a clean work environment. Travel to support race weekends is also expected.

Requirements

• 5+ years of composite fabrication and repair experience, preferably in professional motorsports, aerospace, or a high-performance manufacturing environment.
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of composite manufacturing and repair techniques, including vacuum bagging and autoclave curing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; related technical education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the composites department, including workload planning, scheduling, and team development.
• Fabricate, repair, and maintain composite components including bodywork, aerodynamic surfaces, and structural assemblies.
• Coordinate with engineering and race operations teams to support vehicle development and race preparation.
• Perform advanced composite manufacturing processes including vacuum bagging, autoclave curing, and repair work.
• Establish and maintain quality standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Manage composite materials, tooling, consumables, and inventory.
• Support testing and race events, including trackside repairs and damage assessment.
• Read, understand, and follow series regulations, homologation specs, and tolerances.
• Monitor and track wear items and report to engineers when they are out of spec.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment while representing AO Racing on and off the track.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and their eligible family members.
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Parental Leave
• All travel expenses covered

What This Job Offers

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