Composite Layup Technician

Airbus Helicopters; Fort Erie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd in Fort Erie, Ontario, seeks two entry-level Composite Layup Technicians to fabricate parts using prepregs or wet layup. You will follow MIDs and production orders and perform moulding with basic hand tools under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma, attention to detail, teamwork, and good communication. Aerospace knowledge is preferred. The company supports safety, quality, and inclusivity in a permanent manufacturing role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of operations processes.
• Familiarity with small hand tools.
• Depth of knowledge in technical field.
• Quality standards awareness.
• Ability to work with measuring instruments.
• Teamwork and independent work capability.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate parts using composite materials via prepreg or wet layup.
• Follow MIDs and production orders.
• Moulding for composite parts with small hand tools.
• Prepare parts for autoclave via bagging.
• Report improvement recommendations to lead hand.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Organized

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Lasers

Job description

WE’R LOOKING FOR

COMPOSITE LAYUP TECHNICIANS (2 POSITIONS)

POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE, ONTARIO

This position reports directly to the Supervisor, Manufacturing. The Composite Layup Technician is responsible for manufacturing various composite parts. The Composite Layup Technician fabricates parts by working part specific materials into specific molds using hands and small hand tools.

Main Responsibilities

Production/Layup Expertise

• Fabricate parts using composite materials - prepreg or wet layup processes.
• Strong knowledge of composite lay‑up techniques.
• Perform moulding for composite parts using engineered resigns with the aid of small hand tools.
• Fabricate parts by using Manufacturing Instruction Documents (MIDs) and production orders as guides.
• Understanding of various production steps and processes.
• Measure materials using basic metric measuring equipment.
• Prepare parts for autoclave process through bagging techniques.
• Keen awareness of the importance and impact their work has on downstream processes.
• Rework composite part in order to correct small imperfections.
• Report to lead hand recommendations for process improvements and provide explanations and demonstrations as required.

Departmental Involvement

• Foster health and safety in the workplace and knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Demonstrate standard work practices to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ensure work areas and equipment are kept clean & neat (Workplace OK).
• Assist with work station set up.
• Uphold Airbus Values.
• Strive for continuous improvement in quality and performance.

Position Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Knowledge of the operations processes.
• Knowledge of small hand tools such as knives, hammers, wrenches, putty knives, heat guns, scissors, drills, measuring tape, etc.
• Depth of knowledge of technical field.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of quality requirements and how to effectively meet quality standards.
• Teamwork focus.
• Attention to detail.
• Follow Manufacturing Instruction Documents and fill out all necessary paperwork.
• Be able to use measuring instruments (template, scale, lasers).
• Strong Communication Skills (Verbal & Written).
• Service Minded.
• Experience in the aerospace industry is preferred.
• Organized Individual.
• Work independently under general supervision.
• Good eye/hand coordination.

AHCA is committed to inclusivity; therefore, accommodations can be made available for all applicants, except where a bona fide occupational requirement applies.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Family

Composite Manufacturing

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.