Composite Fabrication Technician — Entry-Level, Clearance Eligible

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX seeks a motivated team member for the composites lab, performing filament winding operations and layups to meet client needs. You will fabricate composite parts per engineering drawings and procedures, collaborating with scientists and engineers to ensure parts meet specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma, up to 5 years of related fabrication experience, and basic measuring with calipers or micrometers.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–5 years of experience fabricating composite materials.
• Experience with hand and power tools; basic measuring tools.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and fabrication specs.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire composite fabrication process.
• Mix resin, prepare molds, fabricate parts, cure, trim.
• Maintain clean labs and equipment.
• Follow PPE and chemical-handling procedures.
• Document work and follow quality checklists.
• Adhere to drawings, travelers, and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX seeks a motivated team member for the composites lab, performing filament winding operations and layups to meet client needs. You will fabricate composite parts per engineering drawings and procedures, collaborating with scientists and engineers to ensure parts meet specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma, up to 5 years of related fabrication experience, and basic measuring with calipers or micrometers.