Composite Technician – Aircraft Structures

Serco Limited; Carterton; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced Composite training

Pension up to 6%

25 days leave + 8 bank holidays

Training & development opportunities

Wellbeing programmes

Discounts across retailers

ShareSave scheme

Employee networks

Charity volunteering day

MoD security clearance support

Job summary

Serco Limited at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire is expanding its Composite Technician team. This permanent role involves laminating, trimming and assembling composite materials, including carbon fibre and fibreglass, on C-17 aircraft in hangar and on the line.

You will typically have a recognised BTEC/NVQ or equivalent in advanced composite repairs, or prior Armed Forces/industry experience in composites manufacture or maintenance.

Qualifications

• Current working knowledge and experience of laminating, trimming and assembly of composite materials.
• Recognised BTEC or NVQ or equivalent in composites or advanced repairs.
• Experience in Armed Forces or industry on composite manufacture, maintenance or repair activities.

Responsibilities

• Laminating, trimming and assembling composite materials including carbon fibre and fibreglass processes.
• Operate workshop machines and hand tools.
• Interpret engineering drawings and manuals; access maintenance records.
• Document all work and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and high quality output.
• Ensure repairs and rectification tasks are certified and records are complete.

Skills

Laminating

Composite repairs

Workshop machinery

Reading drawings

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

BTEC/NVQ in composites

Tools

Workshop tools

Hand tools

Job description

Serco Limited at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire is expanding its Composite Technician team. This permanent role involves laminating, trimming and assembling composite materials, including carbon fibre and fibreglass, on C-17 aircraft in hangar and on the line.

You will typically have a recognised BTEC/NVQ or equivalent in advanced composite repairs, or prior Armed Forces/industry experience in composites manufacture or maintenance.