Aerospace Composites Tech I: Layup & Fabrication

Karman Space & Defense; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a Composites Technician I to support the production of high-performance composite structures through hands-on layup, tool preparation, material handling, and precision fabrication.

You will read blueprints, verify part accuracy with precision tools, perform vacuum bagging and trimming, maintain a safe workspace, and help ensure aerospace specifications are met. This role requires standing for extended periods, moderate physical work, and occasional heavy lifting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Builds composite parts using hand layup techniques and supported processes.
• Prepares tooling and work areas for layup and fabrication activities.
• Performs visual inspections to identify foreign object debris before bagging and processing.
• Reads and uses precision measuring tools and instruments to verify part accuracy.
• Applies chemicals, adhesives, and solvents in accordance with supported procedures.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and drawings to follow detailed work instructions.
• Executes vacuum bagging and trimming operations to support part fabrication.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a Composites Technician I to support the production of high-performance composite structures through hands-on layup, tool preparation, material handling, and precision fabrication.

You will read blueprints, verify part accuracy with precision tools, perform vacuum bagging and trimming, maintain a safe workspace, and help ensure aerospace specifications are met. This role requires standing for extended periods, moderate physical work, and occasional heavy lifting.