Aerospace AFP Machine Operator - Precision & Innovation

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace seeks an Automated Fiber Placement Machine Operator to join its advanced composites manufacturing team at Briggs, TX. You will set up and operate the AFP machine to produce high quality aerospace components, ensuring precise placement, tension control, and adherence to specifications.

The role requires experience with AFP or CNC equipment, knowledge of composites, strong quality focus, and teamwork with engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Automated Fiber Placement machines or CNC controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of composite materials and AFP processes.
• Strong attention to quality and production standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine issues, perform routine maintenance and minor adjustments.
• Effective time management to meet production schedules.
• Collaborative mindset with engineers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Configure and prepare the AFP machine for production runs, ensuring proper alignment and tooling setup.
• Manage storage and loading of composite materials with correct tension and alignment.
• Safely operate and monitor the AFP machine, adjusting for quality and efficiency as needed.
• Inspect produced parts for conformity to specifications and standards; adjust as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot with maintenance team to minimize downtime.
• Document process parameters, material usage, and machine performance.

Skills

Machine Operation

Composite Materials Knowledge

Quality Assurance

Technical Aptitude

Time Management

Team Player

Tools

Siemens 840D controllers

Job description

Firefly Aerospace seeks an Automated Fiber Placement Machine Operator to join its advanced composites manufacturing team at Briggs, TX. You will set up and operate the AFP machine to produce high quality aerospace components, ensuring precise placement, tension control, and adherence to specifications.

The role requires experience with AFP or CNC equipment, knowledge of composites, strong quality focus, and teamwork with engineers.