Composite & Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Skydweller; Puerto del Rosario; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A cutting-edge aerospace company in Fuerteventura seeks a Composite & Aircraft Maintenance Technician responsible for manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining UAV components. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in composite materials and aviation, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a team. This role offers various company benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities, providing a chance to contribute to a groundbreaking mission in renewable-energy flight.

Servicios

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Professional development opportunities

Stock options

Bonuses

Fruits and soft drinks in the office

Formación

• Minimum 2 years of experience in composite materials manufacturing and repair; aviation experience preferred.
• Proven hands-on experience (2+ years) as a maintenance or manufacturing technician.
• Minimum English level B1; ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.

Responsabilidades

• Manufacture composite parts using wet lay-up and prepreg lamination processes.
• Execute curing cycles and monitor cure parameters.
• Perform adhesive joints, patch repairs, and structural composite reinforcements.

Conocimientos

Composite materials manufacturing

Mechanical drawing interpretation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Herramientas

CAD

Microsoft Office

3D printing technologies

Jira

Descripción del empleo

About US

Skydweller Aero Inc. is a transatlantic cutting-edge aerospace company developing solar powered aircraft solutions capable of achieving perpetual flight with heavy, and powerful payload capacity. Utilizing technology based upon the longest continuous renewably powered flight program in history, this fast-growing startup is developing a new class of unmanned aircraft, providing the persistence of geosynchronous satellites with the powerful sensing capabilities and the flexibility of a large, airborne platform. Skydweller Aero Inc. has World and US headquarters in Oklahoma City and European offices headquartered in Spain.

Utilizing technology based upon the longest, continuous solarpowered flight program in history, our fast-growing start up isdefining a new class of unmanned aircraft, empowering amore secure and connected world.

Job Summary

The Composite & Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for the manufacturing, repair and maintenance of composite and light-metal airframe components for Skydweller’s UAVs. The role focuses on composite lay‑up and prepreg processes, curing, structural repairs, sheet‑metal work, aircraft assembly tasks, and direct support to flight operations as ground crew. The technician will work with engineering documentation, perform tests and inspections, and ensure all activities meet aeronautical safety and quality standards. This is an on-site position based in Fuerteventura.

If you are passionate about aviation and want to help shape the future of unmanned, renewable‑energy flight, this is your opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a groundbreaking mission.

We encourage you to apply and become part of our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture composite parts using wet lay‑up and prepreg lamination processes.
• Execute curing cycles (ovens and thermal blankets) and monitor cure parameters.
• Perform adhesive joints, patch repairs and structural composite reinforcements.
• Produce and adjust aluminum and sheet‑metal components as required.
• Read and work from mechanical and engineering drawings.
• Carry out aircraft assembly, maintenance and repair tasks in accordance with AMM/SRM procedures.
• Participate as part of the ground crew for aircraft launch, recovery and flight testing.
• Set up and execute mechanical system tests following established procedures and safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of manufacturing, maintenance and inspection activities; sign off work orders and document deviations.
• Ensure correct use of PPE and follow all safety procedures during composite and maintenance operations.
• Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work area.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in composite materials manufacturing and repair; aviation experience preferred.
• Proven hands‑on experience (2+ years) as a maintenance or manufacturing technician, or demonstrable equivalent.
• Minimum English level B1; Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and engineering documentation. Experience with wet lay‑up, prepreg lamination and curing cycles.
• Knowledge of adhesive bonding and composite repair techniques.
• Ability to manufacture and adjust aluminum/sheet‑metal parts.
• Comfortable working at height when required (ladders, platforms, or access equipment).
• Valid driving license.
• Flexible availability when needed, particularly during key flight operations or testing phases.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline and teamwork skills.

Preferred Tools / Process Experience

• Microsoft Office
• Jira
• CAD
• 3D printing technologies

Please note:

1. We only review resumes sent to us in English, please ensure to upload an English resume.
2. Also please do not have more than one job application, rather apply to one position, and refer to other positions that you are interested in, in the NOTES section.
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Company Benefits

• Health insurance: We offer health insurance to all FTEs, which can include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off: This includes vacation time, sick leave, and personal days.
• Flexible schedules: we offer flexible schedules; we help employees achieve a better work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities
• Stock options: all FTEs after one year of seniority may have the opportunity to receive options as part of their compensation package.
• Bonuses: we offer bonuses or other forms of performance-based compensation to reward employees for their hard work and achievements.
• Fruits and soft drinks in the office.