Aerospace Composite Technician II: Precision Lamination

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short term disability

Pet insurance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX, is seeking a Composite Technician II to fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs. The role supports primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber to delivery, with supervision needed and a strong emphasis on quality and traceability.

As part of a fast-paced team, you will cut, bond, laminate, cure, and inspect materials per AS9100 standards, applying careful craftsmanship and independent work

Qualifications

• 2+ years of composite manufacturing experience.
• Experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute composite builds.
• Proficient with pneumatic tools, hand tools, and precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret composite layup and assembly prints.
• Experience with material data sheets.
• Strong craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cut and kit composite materials to tight tolerances.
• Perform bonding operations including surface prep and adhesive application.
• Execute hand lamination of carbon, fiberglass, Kevlar, film adhesives, and core materials.
• Perform full vacuum bag cure cycles including debulking and oven monitoring.
• Cure materials per manufacturer specifications.
• Identify scarf back plies (scarfing) as required.
• Interpret composite layup drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Ensure material traceability in compliance with AS9100.
• Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain shop organization and PPE compliance.

Skills

Composite manufacturing

Aerospace/precision manufacturing

Independently execute builds

Pneumatic tools & precision measuring

Read layup prints

Material data sheets

Craftsmanship & detail

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX, is seeking a Composite Technician II to fabricate aerospace-grade composite components for production and development programs. The role supports primary structures, tanks, and secondary hardware from raw fiber to delivery, with supervision needed and a strong emphasis on quality and traceability.

As part of a fast-paced team, you will cut, bond, laminate, cure, and inspect materials per AS9100 standards, applying careful craftsmanship and independent work