Aerospace Composite Technician — Precision Drone Parts

WingXpand; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WingXpand is building the next generation of smart plane drones and robotics systems for defense, public safety, disaster response, and commercial missions. We are seeking a skilled technician to fabricate composite aircraft components with precision using vacuum bagging, wet layup, and carbon fiber/ fiberglass processes.

You will prepare molds and tools, perform layups, cure, demold, and finish parts, ensuring quality and adherence to drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year hands-on experience with vacuum bagging and wet layup composites.
• Experience with fiberglass and carbon fiber.
• Ability to perform the full composite fabrication process independently.
• Experience with sanding, trimming, and finishing composite parts.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on shop environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate composite aircraft components using wet layup and vacuum bagging processes.
• Work with fiberglass, carbon fiber, and epoxy resin systems.
• Prepare molds, tools, and materials for composite layups.
• Perform vacuum bagging, curing, demolding, and trimming operations.
• Complete post-processing including sanding, finishing, and surface prep.
• Support painting, coating, and cosmetic finishing of composite parts.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, structural integrity, and defects.
• Follow engineering drawings and work instructions to build precision parts.
• Independently manage the full composite build process from mold prep through final finishing.
• Work closely with engineers to improve manufacturability and production processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum bagging

Wet layup

Fiberglass handling

Carbon fiber handling

CNC machines

3D printing

Job description

WingXpand is building the next generation of smart plane drones and robotics systems for defense, public safety, disaster response, and commercial missions. We are seeking a skilled technician to fabricate composite aircraft components with precision using vacuum bagging, wet layup, and carbon fiber/ fiberglass processes.

You will prepare molds and tools, perform layups, cure, demold, and finish parts, ensuring quality and adherence to drawings.