Aerospace 3D Weaving Technician

Albany International Corp.; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. in Dallas, TX is seeking a 3D Weaving Loom Operator to setup, operate, and monitor automated 3D weaving looms, producing aerospace-grade composite preforms according to engineering specifications. Training may be required in Rochester, NH.

You will load carbon fiber, fiberglass, and aramid yarns, ensuring proper tension, monitor the weave for defects, perform basic machine setup, and document production logs and shift handovers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or certificate preferred.
• 1–3 years’ experience operating CNC machinery, textile looms, or composite equipment.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail with delicate fibers.
• Ability to read basic engineering blueprints and production orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate 3D weaving looms to produce composite preforms per specs.
• Load and thread carbon fiber, fiberglass, and aramid yarns through creels and guides with proper tension.
• Monitor process to detect defects such as broken ends or mispicks.
• Perform basic setup including pattern changes and tooling adjustments.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections using calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain production logs, traceability records, and shift handover reports.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Loom operation

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree or cert in manufacturing

Tools

CNC machinery

Textile looms

Composite equipment

Job description

Albany International Corp. in Dallas, TX is seeking a 3D Weaving Loom Operator to setup, operate, and monitor automated 3D weaving looms, producing aerospace-grade composite preforms according to engineering specifications. Training may be required in Rochester, NH.

You will load carbon fiber, fiberglass, and aramid yarns, ensuring proper tension, monitor the weave for defects, perform basic machine setup, and document production logs and shift handovers.