Vinyl Wrap Technician

Heven AeroTech•Winchester, VA

6d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Bring precision craftsmanship to the front line of hydrogen-powered drone production. As a Vinyl Wrap Technician, you'll prepare surfaces and apply vinyl film to UAS airframes and components, including fuselages, wings, booms, and tails. You'll turn complex, compound-curved shapes into clean, durable, defect-free finishes that meet aerospace quality standards. Working with Production, Engineering, and Quality, you'll help define the look and protection of every aircraft that leaves our Winchester facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1+ years of hands-on experience installing vinyl wraps on vehicles or comparable surfaces
Demonstrated ability to wrap complex, compound-curved surfaces (bumpers, mirrors, contoured panels) to a clean, professional finish
Proficiency with heat guns, squeegees, cutting tools, and standard wrap application techniques
Strong attention to detail, patience, and hand-eye coordination
Ability to read Work Instructions and follow design specifications and work orders
Ability to cross train and perform other assembly tasks as needed during times when vinyl wrapping is not needed
Professional working proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required to perform the responsibilities of this role.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
If this role requires access to information controlled under U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR), applicants must also qualify as a "U.S. person" under 22 CFR §120.62 (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as an asylee or refugee).

Nice To Haves

Experience wrapping complex or specialty vehicles (custom builds, commercial fleet, motorsport, or aircraft/aerospace surfaces, or other)
Manufacturer training or certification (e.g., 3M, Avery Dennison) in vinyl wrap installation
Experience with paint protection film (PPF) or specialty graphics application
Portfolio demonstrating prior wrap work on complex shapes

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces (clean, degrease, and sand as needed) prior to vinyl wrap application to ensure proper adhesion
Measure, cut, apply, and scuff vinyl film pertaining to air vehicles, panels, and irregular or compound-curved surfaces using heat guns, squeegees, and hand tools
Wrap complex geometries — fuselage, wings, booms, tails, and other challenging contours — without tearing, bubbling, wrinkling, or lifting
Inspect finished work for defects (bubbles, seams, lifting) and perform rework as needed
Maintain and care for wrap tools and equipment, including heat guns, squeegees, blades, and magnets; report issues promptly
Complete required travelers, inspection records, and non-conformance documentation in compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS)
Maintain a clean, workstation and comply with FOD (foreign object debris) prevention practices; order and restock supplies as necessary
Support first article inspections and process improvement initiatives with Engineering and Quality Control departments
Follow all safety procedures when using blades, heat tools, and chemicals
Other duties as assigned.