Aerospace Composite Structures Repair Technician (787/A350) — Wichita, KS

Torrey Holistics; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An FAA-approved repair facility seeks an experienced Aircraft Structural Repair Technician to perform complex composite and metallic repairs on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 components. You will follow SRM, CMM, AMM, and OEM instructions, verify layouts, document results, and ensure timely quality delivery.

Responsibilities include dimensional verification with precision gauges, rework of non-structural parts, data capture for engineering intents, and maintaining quality records while collaborating

Qualifications

• 5+ years of composite repair experience preferred.
• Experience with taper sanding, lay-up and septum core removal is valued.
• Ability to be evaluated on listed skills during training.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rework of composite and metallic aircraft components for Boeing 787 and Airbus A350.
• Follow SRM, CMM, AMM and OEM instructions; ensure compliance.
• Collaborative maintenance, repair, and overhaul of fiberglass, acrylic, and metal parts.
• Adhere to manuals, process specs, quality control, drawings, and procedures.
• Dimensional verification with precision inspection tools; may conduct First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Capture and validate measurement data meeting engineering intent and requirements.
• Maintain quality records and required certifications.

Skills

Taper sanding

Lay-up

Septum core removal

Composite repair

Dimensional verification

Tools

CAD/CAM

FAI tools

Job description

LocationWichita, KansasA Day in This RoleYou start your shift in an FAA-approved repair station, open the day’s work instructions, and pull up the model-based definitions for a Boeing 787 control surface. Later, an Airbus A350 panel arrives with a documented nonconformance, and you coordinate with the team to execute the approved repair. Throughout the day, you move between lay-up, taper sanding, and septum core removal/replacement work, verifying dimensions with precision mechanical and electronic gauges and recording your findings as you go.What You’ll Work OnRepair and rework of composite and metallic aircraft components for Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 platforms within an FAA-approved Repair Station.Execution to structural repair manuals (SRM), component maintenance manuals (CMM), aircraft maintenance manuals (AMM), as well as other approved repair instructions from OEMs and airline customers.Collaborative maintenance, repair, and overhaul of structural and non-structural parts made of fiberglass, acrylic, and other composite materials, along with select metal parts.Adherence to approved manuals, process specifications, quality control requirements, drawings, and established procedures to ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.Multi-tasking across operations and equipment as needed.Hands-on fabrication, rework, and repair of non-metallic parts and assemblies using deep knowledge of composite material behavior and bonding techniques.Rework and repair aligned to Engineering intent through electronic media such as work instructions, model-based definitions, specifications, requirements documents, and MRB dispositions.Dimensional verification using precision inspection tools; may conduct First Article Inspection (FAI).Quality and Data IntegrityCapture, translate, validate, and provide measurement data that meets engineering intent and top-level requirements.Maintain required personal certifications.Perform complete inspection, including first-part reviews of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies.Initiate and document nonconforming conditions for Material Review Board (MRB) action.Conduct process surveillance to ensure compliance with requirements.Prepare and maintain accurate quality records.Use and interpret CAD/CAM or similar tools to support fabrication, manufacture, or rework to the correct engineering configuration.What You BringProven skill in taper sanding, lay-up, and septum core removal and replacement.5+ years of composite repair experience preferred.Ability to be evaluated on the above skills during training.Availability for a phone interview during the selection process.Schedule & DemandsMay start on 1st shift with potential transition to 2nd shift at the manager’s discretion.Capability to stand and work for the entire shift.Openness to overtime and weekend work as needed.Core ProficienciesAircraft StructuresComposite Materials & Repair