Aerospace Composite Technician - Precision Lamination

Innovative Composite Engineering; White Salmon (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense is seeking a Composite Technician to fabricate high-performance carbon fiber and fiberglass components for aerospace applications. You will perform layup, lamination, curing, trimming, bonding, and inspection with attention to aerospace-grade tolerances.

The role requires 3+ years of experience in composite fabrication, pre-preg layup expertise, and familiarity with autoclave/oven operations. ITAR eligibility and strict quality standards apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of composite manufacturing or advanced fabrication experience (aerospace, automotive, sporting goods, or similar precision environment).
• Expertise in carbon fiber pre-preg layup, vacuum processing, trimming, bonding, and finishing.
• Familiarity with machining, tooling preparation, or autoclave/oven operations.
• Proven ability to follow detailed work instructions and maintain aerospace-level quality standards.
• Proficiency with measurement instruments and documentation of inspection results.
• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training or composite certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute precise layup and lamination of composite materials using both hand and automated techniques.
• Perform advanced rolling of composite tubing with power-driven table roll systems, ensuring alignment, ply orientation, and structural integrity.
• Conduct cello-wrapping, vacuum bagging, and controlled curing in ovens and presses to achieve engineered specifications.
• Remove, de-tool, and prepare finished parts, ensuring zero-defect quality.
• Perform detailed finishing operations: trimming, bonding, machining, and inspection using precision tools and gauges.
• Support tooling preparation, maintenance, and fabrication for continuous production flow.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to improve process efficiency, material performance, and part consistency.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safety-focused work environments that reflect the precision of our products.
• Uphold company standards for craftsmanship, documentation, and production quality that align with aerospace requirements.

Skills

Composite manufacturing

Pre-preg layup

Vacuum processing

Quality standards

Measurement instruments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Autoclave/oven operations

Machining

Tooling preparation

Job description

Applied Aerospace & Defense is seeking a Composite Technician to fabricate high-performance carbon fiber and fiberglass components for aerospace applications. You will perform layup, lamination, curing, trimming, bonding, and inspection with attention to aerospace-grade tolerances.

The role requires 3+ years of experience in composite fabrication, pre-preg layup expertise, and familiarity with autoclave/oven operations. ITAR eligibility and strict quality standards apply.